THE SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN ##227
Marvel Comics • The Spectacular Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Sal Buscema
Publication Date
August 1995
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 5 of the 'Maximum Clonage' storyline. This issue features the 'Death of Kaine,' a major character in the 90s Clone Saga. Kaine, the first clone of Peter Parker, is murdered by the Jackal's newest creation, Spider-Cide. Features Peter Parker and Ben Reilly (Scarlet Spider).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting and wear on the top right and bottom right corners. Slight edge wear on the right side. The black background shows light scuffing and fingerprints typical of dark covers from this era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10 in bulk lots. Graded NM/M 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $50 range, though demand is relatively low for this specific issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The estimated grade of 7.5 to 8.0 would result in a market value less than the cost of the grading fees. Only worth grading if sentimentally significant or if a pristine 9.8 copy is found.
Notable Features
Significant death of Kaine (later resurrected). Part of the 'Maximum Clonage' crossover event. Features Direct Edition barcode. Notable for the dark 'Maximum Clonage' header branding.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s Marvel production. Features standard glossy cover stock and newsprint-style interior pages. Staples appear original and properly placed. Direct Edition barcode present in the lower left corner.