The Amazing Spider-Man ##343
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Erik Larsen
Cover Artist
Erik Larsen
Publication Date
January 1991
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 5 of the 'Return of the Sinister Syndicate' storyline. Spider-Man faces off against the newly reformed Sinister Syndicate consisting of Beetle, Hydro-Man, Rhino, Boomerang, and Speed Demon, with additional mastermind elements revealed.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines, slight corner blunting on the top right, clean cover gloss, and a price sticker affixed to the upper right corner of the plastic outer bag (or upper right cover area).
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5.00 - $15.00. Graded (CGC 9.0/9.8) value: $30.00 - $80.00.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade generally sell in the $5 to $15 range depending on platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) outweighs the raw market value for this specific issue.
Notable Features
Features the classic Erik Larsen cover artwork depicting Spider-Man surrounded by members of the Sinister Syndicate. Direct Edition with barcode box containing issue details.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard Marvel 1990s newsprint/gloss paper stock, correct color separation, and standard staple placement consistent with original first printing copies.