The Amazing Spider-Man ##398
Marvel Comics • The Amazing Spider-Man Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
February 1995
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 'Web of Death' storyline. Spider-Man (Peter Parker) is poisoned and dying while facing off against Doctor Octopus. However, Doc Ock actually attempts to save Spider-Man to prove he is the superior intellect.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some visible color-breaking ticks; light blunting on the top right corner; minor edge wear on the right side; slight surface scuffing visible under direct light.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent sales of raw NM copies average $10-$12. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold for an average of $75.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed. This copy shows spine wear and corner blunting that would likely land it in the 7.5 to 8.5 range. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book at this grade.
Notable Features
Part of the 'Web of Death' arc; Doctor Octopus appearance; Direct edition copy with UPC barcode; Mark Bagley cover art.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1990s Marvel production standards including glossy cover stock and white to off-white interior newsprint/glossy hybrid pages.