The Amazing Spider-Man #Annual #28
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Vince Giarrano
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
1994
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man faces off against Carnage. The story involves Carnage escaping from the Ravencroft Institute and Spider-Man having to hunt him down solo. It focuses on the psychological horror of the Cletus Kasady/symbiote bond.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks on the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom right corner. Potential surface scuffing on the yellow background. Top left corner appears slightly soft. Overall gloss remains high.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 7.5): $40 - $55
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition recently sell for $12 - $15. Near Mint 9.8 graded copies generally reach $140 - $180.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for grading at this condition level. The cost of grading (approx $30-$40) plus shipping would likely exceed the market value of a 7.5 - 8.0 grade. Best kept in a high-quality bag and board for personal collection unless it tests at a 9.8 after a press.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Carnage. Features the iconic Mark Bagley Carnage art style. Direct Edition (indicated by the barcode). Includes backup stories/pin-ups common for 90s annuals.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1994 publication. Correct Marvel Comics M-graphic trade dress. barcode for Direct Edition is correctly formatted for the era. Ink saturation and paper aging are consistent with 1990s Marvel stock.