Spider-Man Unlimited ##1
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man Unlimited Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Ron Lim
Cover Artist
Ron Lim
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue kicks off the massive 14-part 'Maximum Carnage' crossover event spanning all of Spider-Man's titles. Carnage escapes from Ravencroft Institute, recruits Shriek, Carrion, and Demogoblin, and begins a bloody rampage across New York City.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in strong condition inside a protective bag and board, showing flat cover stock, sharp corners, and minimal wear with no apparent major color-breaking creases, spine stress ticks, or significant defects.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value is estimated between $10 and $25 USD. Graded CGC 9.8 copies typically sell for around $40 to $60 USD, while CGC 9.4 values are closer to $20 to $30 USD.
Recent Sales
Recent online marketplace and auction sales for Spider-Man Unlimited #1 in high grade (9.4-9.8) range consistently between $15 and $50 depending on whether they are raw or professionally slabbed.
Grading Recommendation
Professional grading (such as CGC or CBCS) is generally not recommended for this specific issue unless part of a complete Maximum Carnage graded run, as the grading and shipping fees often exceed the modest market value increase for a 9.4 grade book.
Notable Features
Part 1 of the iconic 1993 'Maximum Carnage' crossover event, features the first issue of the Spider-Man Unlimited series, and includes a special 30th Anniversary Iron Man banner box on the cover.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1990s Marvel cardstock cover gloss, correct direct edition barcode box placement, and standard staple alignment consistent with first-printing issues from this era.