Spider-Man: Maximum Clonage #Omega #1
Marvel Comics • Spider-Man: Maximum Clonage
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
August 1995
Cover Variant
Standard Foil Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The finale of the Maximum Clonage story arc within the larger Clone Saga. Peter Parker and Ben Reilly face off against the Jackal. Key appearances include Spider-Man (Peter Parker), Scarlet Spider (Ben Reilly), and the Jackal.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible light spine stress marks that do not appear to break color significantly. Bottom right corner shows slight blunting. Surface of the foil shows standard micro-scratching typical for this era. Vertical alignment is straight with clean edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $15; Graded 9.8: $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies consistently sell between $8 and $18 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the $70 range recently, though interest fluctuates with Spider-Verse popularity.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for grading unless the submitter is certain of a 9.8 grade. The cost of grading (approx. $35-$50 with shipping/fees) exceeds the liquid value of anything graded below a 9.6. This copy looks to be around a 9.0-9.2, making it a better candidate for a high-quality Mylar bag/board.
Notable Features
Acetate/Foil cover enhancement. It is the final chapter of the 'Maximum Clonage' crossover event. Part of the 1990s 'speculator boom' era characterized by gimmick covers.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel publication from 1995. The foil application is consistent with 90s manufacturing standards. Direct edition product (lack of UPC barcode area, substituted with Spider-Man icon).