The Amazing Spider-Man ##340
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Erik Larsen
Cover Artist
Erik Larsen and Mike Machlan
Publication Date
October 1990
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Female Trouble! Spider-Man faces off against a new team of mercenaries hired by the Chameleon. This issue introduces the Femme Fatales team: Knockout, Mindblast, Bloodlust, and Whiplash.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks on the left edge. Minor corner blunting at the top right and bottom left. Surface scuffing and light scratches visible in the light reflections. Slight edge wear on the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $15.00; Graded CGC 7.0: $45.00 - $55.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $10-18. 9.8 graded copies command $150-180.
Grading Recommendation
Not high-value enough in this raw condition to justify the costs of professional grading. Only worth grading if in 9.6 or higher condition.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Femme Fatales (Knockout, Mindblast, Bloodlust, and Whiplash). Features a classic Erik Larsen cover. Direct edition indicated by the Spider-Man mask in the UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990 Marvel publication. Features the standard 'M' logo, appropriate newsprint interior stock (implied), and period-correct gloss levels for the early 90s copper-age transition period.