The Amazing Spider-Man ##286
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Owsley (Christopher Priest)
Interior Artist
Alan Kupperberg
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck
Publication Date
March 1987
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part three of the 'Gang War' storyline. Spider-Man (in his black symbiote suit) battles the Rose and Hobgoblin. This issue explores the shifting power dynamics in the New York underworld featuring the Kingpin and the Hobgoblin.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Bottom left corner shows very slight blunting. Front cover gloss is well-preserved. Generally flat with sharp edges. Interior pages cannot be assessed but edges appear clean.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (9.8): $120 - $150
Recent Sales
Raw copies in Mid-to-High grade typically sell for $10-$20. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $130 range.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless you are certain it will achieve a 9.8. Mid-to-high grade raw copies are common and the grading fees often exceed the market value of a VF/NM copy.
Notable Features
Gang War Part 3. Features the Black Suit (Symbiote). Cover art by Mike Zeck. Direct Edition with Spidey-face UPC replacement. 25th Anniversary Marvel logo banner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel paper stock and printing characteristics. The 75 cent price point and March 1987 date are correct for this issue.