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Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 328 VF+ 8.5 Direct Variant

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Direct Edition. "Shaw's Gambit" Acts of Vengeance crossover. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Plot continues from Web of Spider-Man 60. The powerful cabal masterminding the Acts of Vengeance is still trying to kill the web-slinger despite his new cosmic powers! And the next super-villain gunning for Spidey is Sebastian Shaw! However the Hellfire Club's Black King likes to fight by proxy! And who better to use than the Hulk! Shaw picks up the former Green Goliath in the Nevada desert and drops him in the middle of Manhattan! And the battle is joined! The cosmic-powered wall-crawler and the gamma-radiated Hulk throw down from Times Square to the Roosevelt Island ruins! An out-of-this-world ending! Plot continues in Spectacular Spider-Man 160. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Flash Thompson. (Notes: This issue completes Todd McFarlane's dynamic 2-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man series -- highlighted by the co-creation of Venom (aka Eddie Brock) and the initial Venom story arcs in issues 298-300 and 315-317. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Cosmic Adventures.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 328 VF- 7.5 Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Shaw's Gambit" Acts of Vengeance crossover. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Plot continues from Web of Spider-Man 60. The powerful cabal masterminding the Acts of Vengeance is still trying to kill the web-slinger despite his new cosmic powers! And the next super-villain gunning for Spidey is Sebastian Shaw! However the Hellfire Club's Black King likes to fight by proxy! And who better to use than the Hulk! Shaw picks up the former Green Goliath in the Nevada desert and drops him in the middle of Manhattan! And the battle is joined! The cosmic-powered wall-crawler and the gamma-radiated Hulk throw down from Times Square to the Roosevelt Island ruins! An out-of-this-world ending! Plot continues in Spectacular Spider-Man 160. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Flash Thompson. (Notes: This issue completes Todd McFarlane's dynamic 2-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man series -- highlighted by the co-creation of Venom (aka Eddie Brock) and the initial Venom story arcs in issues 298-300 and 315-317. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Cosmic Adventures.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 328 VF- 7.5 Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Shaw's Gambit" Acts of Vengeance crossover. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Plot continues from Web of Spider-Man 60. The powerful cabal masterminding the Acts of Vengeance is still trying to kill the web-slinger despite his new cosmic powers! And the next super-villain gunning for Spidey is Sebastian Shaw! However the Hellfire Club's Black King likes to fight by proxy! And who better to use than the Hulk! Shaw picks up the former Green Goliath in the Nevada desert and drops him in the middle of Manhattan! And the battle is joined! The cosmic-powered wall-crawler and the gamma-radiated Hulk throw down from Times Square to the Roosevelt Island ruins! An out-of-this-world ending! Plot continues in Spectacular Spider-Man 160. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Flash Thompson. (Notes: This issue completes Todd McFarlane's dynamic 2-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man series -- highlighted by the co-creation of Venom (aka Eddie Brock) and the initial Venom story arcs in issues 298-300 and 315-317. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Cosmic Adventures.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 328 VF- 7.5 Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Shaw's Gambit" Acts of Vengeance crossover. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Plot continues from Web of Spider-Man 60. The powerful cabal masterminding the Acts of Vengeance is still trying to kill the web-slinger despite his new cosmic powers! And the next super-villain gunning for Spidey is Sebastian Shaw! However the Hellfire Club's Black King likes to fight by proxy! And who better to use than the Hulk! Shaw picks up the former Green Goliath in the Nevada desert and drops him in the middle of Manhattan! And the battle is joined! The cosmic-powered wall-crawler and the gamma-radiated Hulk throw down from Times Square to the Roosevelt Island ruins! An out-of-this-world ending! Plot continues in Spectacular Spider-Man 160. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Flash Thompson. (Notes: This issue completes Todd McFarlane's dynamic 2-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man series -- highlighted by the co-creation of Venom (aka Eddie Brock) and the initial Venom story arcs in issues 298-300 and 315-317. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Cosmic Adventures.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 328 FN/VF 7.0 Direct Variant

Direct Edition. "Shaw's Gambit" Acts of Vengeance crossover. Guest-starring the Hulk. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Plot continues from Web of Spider-Man 60. The powerful cabal masterminding the Acts of Vengeance is still trying to kill the web-slinger despite his new cosmic powers! And the next super-villain gunning for Spidey is Sebastian Shaw! However the Hellfire Club's Black King likes to fight by proxy! And who better to use than the Hulk! Shaw picks up the former Green Goliath in the Nevada desert and drops him in the middle of Manhattan! And the battle is joined! The cosmic-powered wall-crawler and the gamma-radiated Hulk throw down from Times Square to the Roosevelt Island ruins! An out-of-this-world ending! Plot continues in Spectacular Spider-Man 160. Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Flash Thompson. (Notes: This issue completes Todd McFarlane's dynamic 2-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man series -- highlighted by the co-creation of Venom (aka Eddie Brock) and the initial Venom story arcs in issues 298-300 and 315-317. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Cosmic Adventures.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 330 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4610966009

First Printing. Direct Edition. "The Power Chase" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring the Punisher. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by Erik Larsen. The War on Drugs comes to the pages of the Amazing Spider-Man! As the web-slinger and the Punisher team up to track down a massive cocaine shipment coming into the Big Apple! On the Brooklyn docks, the wall-crawler and the gun-toting vigilante find what they're looking for in droves! The duo is not surprised that the coke is heavily guarded; however, they're shocked it's protected by the U.S. military! Are the feds dealing? Or perhaps better stated...double-dealing? Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Microchip, and Eddie Brock (aka Venom). Flashback cameos by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson and the Black Cat. (Notes: There exists a JCPenney reprint of this issue (published in 1993) which can be identified by the words "The Amazing Spider-Man" in the UPC box on the front cover.) 36 pages Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 334 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4631123012

"Secrets, Puzzles, and Little Fears..." The Return of the Sinister Six Part 1 of 6. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by Erik Larsen and Terry Austin. The Sinister Six storyline begins with a bang as Electro and Dr. Octopus clash with the web-slinger in an industrial warehouse! But the battle is short and sweet and inconclusive! Spider-Man doesn't know what Otto Octavius is planning, but right now helping his dear aunt takes priority! Meanwhile with Electro already in the fold, the six-armed super-villain reaches out to the Sandman! Is Doc Ock getting the band back together? Cameo appearances by Iron Man, Mary Jane Watson, and Aunt May. (Notes: The wall-crawler first battled the Sinister Six way back in Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1. The Amazing Spider-Man title was published bi-monthly for the next 5 issues.) 36 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 337 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4387239015

Direct Edition. "Rites and Wrongs!" The Return of the Sinister Six Part 4 of 6. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Terry Austin. Cover by Erik Larsen and Walt Simonson. The cover says it all: Six vs. One! The Sinister Six vs. the one and only Amazing Spider-Man! After assembling his sinister sextet, Doc Ock puts his diabolic plan into motion! Otto Octavius wants to sabotage the launch of Cordco's new space satellite! And use the satellite to spray a deadly poison over the entire planet! But the experimental ley line satellite is being sponsored by Empire State University! More specifically by the physics department with a graduate research assistant named Peter Parker! Will the web-slinger connect the dots in time? The countdown is on! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, Jonathan Caesar, Nova, Wolverine, Flash Thompson, and the Black Cat. (Note: The first issue of Spider-Man (1990) -- the fourth Spider-Man title at the time -- was also published this month.) 36 pages. $1.00 cover price. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 345 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4618712002

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin. Second appearance of Cletus Kasady (Carnage) in "Gun From the Heart!" Script by David Michelinie, pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Randy Emberlin; Through Silver Sable (and without his knowledge of who the real boss is), Justin Hammer hires Spidey to take down Cardiac and then hires Boomerang to take down Spidey; Eddie Brock is freed from prison by the Venom symbiote, but as he leaves his cell, a little drip from the costume stays behind to keep Cletus Kasady company; Venom cameo. The letters page has a statement of ownership--average print run 489,589; average paid circulation 334,893. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 346 VF+ 8.5

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin. "Elliptical Pursuit!", script by David Michelinie, pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin; Eddie Brock is back…for Peters head!; After escaping prison, Venom taunts Spider-Man into a final showdown; Peter Parkers known for his smarts--why then does he stumble straight into Venoms trap?; An all-out smack down slugfest ensues. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 346 VF 8.0

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin. "Elliptical Pursuit!", script by David Michelinie, pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin; Eddie Brock is back…for Peters head!; After escaping prison, Venom taunts Spider-Man into a final showdown; Peter Parkers known for his smarts--why then does he stumble straight into Venoms trap?; An all-out smack down slugfest ensues. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 346 VF- 7.5

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin. "Elliptical Pursuit!", script by David Michelinie, pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin; Eddie Brock is back…for Peters head!; After escaping prison, Venom taunts Spider-Man into a final showdown; Peter Parkers known for his smarts--why then does he stumble straight into Venoms trap?; An all-out smack down slugfest ensues. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 346 VF- 7.5

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin. "Elliptical Pursuit!", script by David Michelinie, pencils by Erik Larsen, inks by Randy Emberlin; Eddie Brock is back…for Peters head!; After escaping prison, Venom taunts Spider-Man into a final showdown; Peter Parkers known for his smarts--why then does he stumble straight into Venoms trap?; An all-out smack down slugfest ensues. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 347 VF+ 8.5

Direct Edition. "The Boneyard Hop!" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Erik Larsen and Randy Emberlin. On a deserted island, the Amazing Spider-Man wages a desperate battle for survival vs. the vicious Venom! The wall-crawler is fighting for his life! While Venom is fighting for his death! And this time there isn't any help or rescue on the way! As shown on the twisted cover, Venom plans to quote Hamlet once the battle is over! If the spectacular one doesn't want to play the part of Yorick; he better move fast! To thine own self be true, web-slinger! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Willie Lumpkin, Aunt May, Flash Thompson, and the Black Cat. (Notes: Venom appears next in Darkhawk 13 & 14. This two-part story was reprinted in the trade paperbacks: Spider-Man: Venom Returns (1993) and Spider-Man: The Vengeance of Venom (2011).) 36 pages. Cover price $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 347 VF 8.0

Direct Edition. "The Boneyard Hop!" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Erik Larsen and Randy Emberlin. On a deserted island, the Amazing Spider-Man wages a desperate battle for survival vs. the vicious Venom! The wall-crawler is fighting for his life! While Venom is fighting for his death! And this time there isn't any help or rescue on the way! As shown on the twisted cover, Venom plans to quote Hamlet once the battle is over! If the spectacular one doesn't want to play the part of Yorick; he better move fast! To thine own self be true, web-slinger! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Willie Lumpkin, Aunt May, Flash Thompson, and the Black Cat. (Notes: Venom appears next in Darkhawk 13 & 14. This two-part story was reprinted in the trade paperbacks: Spider-Man: Venom Returns (1993) and Spider-Man: The Vengeance of Venom (2011).) 36 pages. Cover price $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 347 VF- 7.5

Direct Edition. "The Boneyard Hop!" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Erik Larsen and Randy Emberlin. On a deserted island, the Amazing Spider-Man wages a desperate battle for survival vs. the vicious Venom! The wall-crawler is fighting for his life! While Venom is fighting for his death! And this time there isn't any help or rescue on the way! As shown on the twisted cover, Venom plans to quote Hamlet once the battle is over! If the spectacular one doesn't want to play the part of Yorick; he better move fast! To thine own self be true, web-slinger! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Willie Lumpkin, Aunt May, Flash Thompson, and the Black Cat. (Notes: Venom appears next in Darkhawk 13 & 14. This two-part story was reprinted in the trade paperbacks: Spider-Man: Venom Returns (1993) and Spider-Man: The Vengeance of Venom (2011).) 36 pages. Cover price $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 355 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4386703007

"Total Eclipse of the Moon...Knight!" Round Robin: The Sidekick's Revenge Part 3 of 6. Guest-starring Moon Knight, Night Thrasher, Nova, and the Punisher. Script by Al Milgrom. Art by Mark Bagley (layouts) and Randy Emberlin (finishes). Cover by Mark Bagley and Klaus Janson. It's a battle royal on the rooftops of Manhattan as the wondrous wall-crawler, Moon Knight, Night Thrasher, and the Punisher rumble with Midnight, Chain, Grasp, Sonic, and a horde of Secret Empire agents! Wow, is there room for any more heroes or villains in this overstuffed tale? Perhaps a few more heroes are necessary as the web-slinger and his allies fail to corral Midnight and the Seekers! The Secret Empire remains elusive! What's next for the good guys? Cameo appearances by Frenchie and Thunderball. (Note: The Seekers previously appeared in Fantastic Four 342.) 36 pages, $1.00 cover price. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 361A CGC 9.6 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4656960005

First Printing. Direct Edition. First (full) appearance of Carnage in "Savage Genesis!" Part 1 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Blood runs in the streets as a serial killer roams New York City! And as the web-slinger investigates the murders, he notices a very disturbing similarity to another killer's modus operandi! In a burned-out building in Brooklyn, the spectacular one comes face-to-face with his new homicidal foe...Carnage! Can the wall-crawler end Cletus Kasady's rampage in their very first encounter? Cameo appearances by Aunt May and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameo by Venom. (Note: This three-part story was reprinted in 2011 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Vengeance of Venom.) 36 pages, full color. $1.25 cover price. NOTE: Most of these were distributed with slight printer tears in the bottom edge of the cover. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 361A VF 8.0 1st Printing

First Printing. Direct Edition. First (full) appearance of Carnage in "Savage Genesis!" Part 1 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Blood runs in the streets as a serial killer roams New York City! And as the web-slinger investigates the murders, he notices a very disturbing similarity to another killer's modus operandi! In a burned-out building in Brooklyn, the spectacular one comes face-to-face with his new homicidal foe...Carnage! Can the wall-crawler end Cletus Kasady's rampage in their very first encounter? Cameo appearances by Aunt May and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameo by Venom. (Note: This three-part story was reprinted in 2011 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Vengeance of Venom.) 36 pages, full color. $1.25 cover price. NOTE: Most of these were distributed with slight printer tears in the bottom edge of the cover. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 361A FN 6.0 1st Printing

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First Printing. Direct Edition. First (full) appearance of Carnage in "Savage Genesis!" Part 1 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Blood runs in the streets as a serial killer roams New York City! And as the web-slinger investigates the murders, he notices a very disturbing similarity to another killer's modus operandi! In a burned-out building in Brooklyn, the spectacular one comes face-to-face with his new homicidal foe...Carnage! Can the wall-crawler end Cletus Kasady's rampage in their very first encounter? Cameo appearances by Aunt May and Mary Jane Watson. Flashback cameo by Venom. (Note: This three-part story was reprinted in 2011 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Vengeance of Venom.) 36 pages, full color. $1.25 cover price. NOTE: Most of these were distributed with slight printer tears in the bottom edge of the cover. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 362A CGC 9.8 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4629650008

First Printing. Direct Edition. "Savage Alliance!" Part 2 of 3. Guest-starring the Human Torch. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. After getting a taste of Carnage's raw power last issue, the wall-crawler knows he needs serious help! To that end the amazing one does the unthinkable! He pays a visit to Venom! Wow, is that a good idea? However as a precaution the web-slinger brings Johnny Storm along for the ride to Venom's deserted island! And following an intense battle, Venom surprisingly agrees to help his good pal Spidey! So in a truly unlikely pairing, the Spectacular Spider-Man and the Lethal Protector join forces to take down Carnage! You have to see it to believe it! Cameo appearance by J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The issue includes a full-page ad for the Toxic Crusaders (1992) series with art by Sam Kieth.) 36 pages. $1.25 cover price. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 363 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4530550019

Direct Edition. "Savage Grace!" Part 3 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Carnage takes J. Jonah Jameson hostage and drags him to a heavy metal concert at Madison Square Garden! The psychotic killer plans to execute JJJ in front of thousands of headbangers! But before Carnage can deliver the deathblow, Spider-Man and Venom strike! The ferocious fight leads into the subway tunnels and then back onto the concert stage! Where thanks to MSG's awesome sound system, the web-slinger tries to knock out both Carnage and Venom! The wall-crawler's ploy better work, because double-crossing Venom could have lethal consequences! A fantastic finish! First appearances of the Richard Parker and Mary Parker life model decoys (LMD's). Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson, Mr. Fantastic, and the Human Torch. (Notes: Venom appears next in the one-shot: Spider-Man Special Edition -- The Trial of Venom (1992). Carnage returns in the first issue of Spider-Man Unlimited (1993 1st series) to kick off the Maximum Carnage saga.) 36 pages. $1.25 cover price. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 363 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4629650007

Direct Edition. "Savage Grace!" Part 3 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Carnage takes J. Jonah Jameson hostage and drags him to a heavy metal concert at Madison Square Garden! The psychotic killer plans to execute JJJ in front of thousands of headbangers! But before Carnage can deliver the deathblow, Spider-Man and Venom strike! The ferocious fight leads into the subway tunnels and then back onto the concert stage! Where thanks to MSG's awesome sound system, the web-slinger tries to knock out both Carnage and Venom! The wall-crawler's ploy better work, because double-crossing Venom could have lethal consequences! A fantastic finish! First appearances of the Richard Parker and Mary Parker life model decoys (LMD's). Cameo appearances by Joe Robertson, Mr. Fantastic, and the Human Torch. (Notes: Venom appears next in the one-shot: Spider-Man Special Edition -- The Trial of Venom (1992). Carnage returns in the first issue of Spider-Man Unlimited (1993 1st series) to kick off the Maximum Carnage saga.) 36 pages. $1.25 cover price. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 364 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #21-2EDDBAD-020

"The Pain of Fast Air" Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. The web-slinger's bloody ordeal with Carnage is over. And your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man looks forward to sparring with some of his not-so-savage foes...like the Shocker! What has the Shocker been up to since the Deadly Foes of Spider-Man (1991) Limited Series? Just searching for ways to boost the power in his vibration gauntlets! But that quest will bring him into conflict with the wall-crawler and Aunt May! Meanwhile, a mysterious couple from overseas arrives at Kennedy airport. They sure look a lot like...but hold on, they died in a plane crash many years ago (as told in the classic Amazing Spider-Man Annual 5). So who are they? Cameo appearances by J. Jonah Jameson, Joe Robertson, Richard Parker, and Mary Parker. Flashback cameo by Scourge. 36 pages. $1.25 cover price. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 365 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4072074003

Direct Edition. 80-page giant 30th Anniversary issue, with the first appearance of Spider-Man 2099! The Lizard returns in "Fathers and Sins." Script by David Michelinie, pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Randy Emberlin. J. Jonah Jameson is featured in "How I Created Spider-Man!" Script by David Michelinie, art by Aaron Lopresti. Gwen Stacy takes center stage in "I Remember Gwen." Script by Stan Lee, plot by Tom DeFalco, art by John Romita Sr. (Cameos by the Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus.) The Prowler is also here in "A Friend in Need." Script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Tod Smith, inks by Andrew Pepoy. There are also two text pieces, "The Saga of Spidey's Parents" by Stan Lee, and "Spider-Man: The First Thirty Years" by Peter Sanderson. Spider-Man 2099 gets a sneak preview, with a script by Peter David, pencils by Rick Leonardi, and inks by Al Williamson. This issue was originally released with a fold-out poster of Spidey versus Venom and Carnage (poster may be missing in lower grades). 84 pgs. Cover price $3.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 365 VF+ 8.5

Direct Edition. 80-page giant 30th Anniversary issue, with the first appearance of Spider-Man 2099! The Lizard returns in "Fathers and Sins." Script by David Michelinie, pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Randy Emberlin. J. Jonah Jameson is featured in "How I Created Spider-Man!" Script by David Michelinie, art by Aaron Lopresti. Gwen Stacy takes center stage in "I Remember Gwen." Script by Stan Lee, plot by Tom DeFalco, art by John Romita Sr. (Cameos by the Green Goblin and Doctor Octopus.) The Prowler is also here in "A Friend in Need." Script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Tod Smith, inks by Andrew Pepoy. There are also two text pieces, "The Saga of Spidey's Parents" by Stan Lee, and "Spider-Man: The First Thirty Years" by Peter Sanderson. Spider-Man 2099 gets a sneak preview, with a script by Peter David, pencils by Rick Leonardi, and inks by Al Williamson. This issue was originally released with a fold-out poster of Spidey versus Venom and Carnage (poster may be missing in lower grades). 84 pgs. Cover price $3.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 374D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #18-2F6F3CB-049

Direct Edition. "Murder on Parade" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Several days ago, Richard and Mary Parker experienced the upside of having a son who is a superhero. But today they experience the downside...in spades! Venom believes that the Parkers need protection from their web-slinging son! So, the Lethal Protector tries to kidnap them! But the amazing one won't let that happen without a fight! And what a fight it is! Venom and the wall-crawler battle from block to block for the same goal: saving the Parkers! Truly a bizarre twist! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, Ben Urich, Joy Mercado, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The letters page previews the cover to Amazing Spider-Man 375.) 36 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 374D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4610966016

Direct Edition. "Murder on Parade" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Several days ago, Richard and Mary Parker experienced the upside of having a son who is a superhero. But today they experience the downside...in spades! Venom believes that the Parkers need protection from their web-slinging son! So, the Lethal Protector tries to kidnap them! But the amazing one won't let that happen without a fight! And what a fight it is! Venom and the wall-crawler battle from block to block for the same goal: saving the Parkers! Truly a bizarre twist! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Aunt May, Ben Urich, Joy Mercado, and J. Jonah Jameson. (Note: The letters page previews the cover to Amazing Spider-Man 375.) 36 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 375 CGC 9.8 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4660816003

Direct Edition. 30th Anniversary issue of Amazing Spiderman #1. "The Bride of Venom" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Gold foil holografix cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Inside an abandoned Brooklyn amusement park, the Lethal Protector holds Richard and Mary Parker captive! The disturbed Venom thinks he's just doing what's best for Peter's parents! But that's not going to work! No way, no how! So, the wall-crawler heads to the park knowing a fierce fight awaits! However, the web-slinger may have help this time from a very unlikely source... Eddie Brock's ex-wife! Wow, will there be a family reunion atop the Ferris wheel? Or perhaps a funeral beneath it? One way or another, the Amazing Spider-Man and Venom battle for the last time! Cameo appearances by Silver Sable, Battlestar, Mary Jane Watson, and J. Jonah Jameson. Second story: "True Friends!" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Patrick Olliffee. Inks by Mark McKenna. Aware of what the Human Torch did to Empire State University, Spider-Man vows to bring his friend to justice. Cameo appearance by Silver Sable. Plot crosses over with Fantastic Four 373 & 374. Third story: "The Monster Within" Script by Eric Fein. Art by Dan Panosian. JJJ tries to get his son, John Jameson, started in the field of journalism. Fourth story: "Echoes..." Script by Terry Kavanagh. Pencils by Aaron Lopresti. Inks by Don Hudson. The Chameleon visits the grave of Kraven the Hunter. (Notes: Venom appears next in the first issue of his Lethal Protector (1993) series. The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 660,958. average paid circulation 544,900.) 68 pages. Cover price $3.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 389 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4644511022

"The Faceless Man" Pursuit Part 4 of 4. Script by J.M. DeMatteis. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Mark Bagley. Story continues from Web of Spider-Man 112. The web-slinger's frenzied pursuit of the Chameleon is almost over! As the enraged wall-crawler corners his faceless foe inside Kraven's former estate. The crafty Chameleon tries his best to stop the spectacular one, but he is no match for the emotionally-charged Spider-Man! After his resounding victory, the web-slinger searches through the Chameleon's computer to discover the true mastermind behind his parents' resurrection! The shocking truth has an all too familiar green and purple tinge! Cameo appearance by Harry Osborn. Flashback cameos by Kraven the Hunter and the Richard Parker LMD. First $1.50 cover price. (Notes: This issue includes a full-page ad for the Hulk vs. Venom Special Edition (1994). This issue begins J.M. DeMatteis' one-and-a-half year run as the writer of the Amazing Spider-Man title. This issue also includes 3 Marvel Masterprints Spider-Man cards. The issue may or may not contain the cards now.) 44 pgs. Cover price $1.50.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 400A CGC 9.8 Embossed Gray

Paper: White

Die-Cut Cover/Newsstand Edition.

Label #4657040025

EMBOSSED GRAY OVERLAY COVER. Regular giant-size edition; Death of Aunt May in "The Gift." Script by J.M. DeMatteis, pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Larry Mahlstedt. Scarlet Spider guest stars. Back-up story, "A Shock to the System." Script by J.M. DeMatteis, pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by John Romita Sr. (Story continues in Spider-Man 57.) Back-up story, "The Morning After." Plot by J.M. DeMatteis, script by Stan Lee, pencils by Tom Grummett, inks by Al Milgrom. Covers by Bagley/Mahlstedt. 72 pgs. Cover price $3.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 400A CGC 9.8 Embossed Gray

Paper: White

Die-Cut Cover.

Label #4660816004

EMBOSSED GRAY OVERLAY COVER. Regular giant-size edition; Death of Aunt May in "The Gift." Script by J.M. DeMatteis, pencils by Mark Bagley, inks by Larry Mahlstedt. Scarlet Spider guest stars. Back-up story, "A Shock to the System." Script by J.M. DeMatteis, pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by John Romita Sr. (Story continues in Spider-Man 57.) Back-up story, "The Morning After." Plot by J.M. DeMatteis, script by Stan Lee, pencils by Tom Grummett, inks by Al Milgrom. Covers by Bagley/Mahlstedt. 72 pgs. Cover price $3.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 428 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4631123019

Direct Edition. Cover pencils by Steve Skroce. "Living Large!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Steve Skroce, inks by Bud LaRosa; Dr. Octopus attacks Spidey, although he no longer seems to remember Spidey's secret identity; The destructive battle decimates Lower East Side streets; Rose and Delilah escape; Carolyn convinces Ock to break off the battle; He topples an abandoned building forcing Spidey to save the bystanders while he and Carolyn escape; Madame Qwa demands vengeance for Master Zei's death; The Tarantula promises to provide it; Ock finds Angelina in a coma following the VR backlash (ASM #427, '97) and blames Spidey; Joe Robertson offers Jacob Conover his old job following orders from Norman Osborn who recently acquired half the Bugle (PPSSM #249, '97); Black Tarantula attacks Delilah, nearly killing her, but repairing her with a healing touch, all as a message to the Rose. Story continues in Spider-Man Unlimited #18. 46 pgs., full color. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 436 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123018

"In Final Battle with the Black Tarantula!" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Joe Bennett. Inks by Bud LaRosa. Cover by Joe Bennett. All roads lead to Don Fortunato's palatial estate for the final showdown vs. the Black Tarantula! Mary Jane and her friends have taken refuge inside Fortunato's mansion... hoping he can protect them from the tarantula! But after the South American powerhouse whips the mob boss' henchmen and Hydra associates... only the Amazing Spider-Man and the unmasked Rose stand in his way! How in the world can the web-slinger or anyone else stop the Black Tarantula's rampage? Perhaps someone inside the mansion can appeal to the tarantula's heart! If he has one at all! Cameo appearance by Chesbro. (Notes: The Black Tarantula appear next in Spider-Man Unlimited 22. This issue features a gatefold cover.) 38 pages. Cover price $1.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 437 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4631123017

"I, Monster!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Rafael Kayanan, inks by Bud LaRosa; Spider-Man swings through the city on what seems to be a quiet night; During his patrol, he happens on a young man being mugged in park; After stopping the mugging, Spider-Man swings away unaware that the man he just saved was in fact Synch from Generation X; Spider-Man is hit with the same spore that got Synch; The result is Peter Parker's transformation in to an actual spider-like creature!; He manages to maintain his human intellect though; In his new form, Spider-Man confronts and attacks Plantman. 38 pgs., full color. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 1A.D CGC 9.8 Byrne Variant

Paper: White

Label #4391301006

Direct Edition. Standard Wraparound Cover by John Byrne. The Fantastic Four, Daredevil and the Avengers wonder where Spider-Man's disappeared to in "Where R U Spider-Man???" Story by Howard Mackie, art by John Byrne & Scott Hanna. Plus: The Scorpion in the 4-page "Rebirth!" by Howard Mackie, Rafael Kayanan & Jimmy Palmiotti. Plus: "The Secrets of Spider-Man," a 4-page tale written, drawn & lettered by John Byrne. 54 pgs. Cover price $2.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123001

Howard Mackie/John Byrne/Dan Green. Guest-starring the new Spider-Woman! In the aftermath of last month's shock ending (see, we told you it was big!) Mattie Franklin seeks out her friend Peter Parker. But little does our young hero know that she's being pursued by Julia Carpenter, the former Spider-Woman, and the daughter of Madame Web! And when these three ladies clash, the outcome is nothing that you can predict! The action continues next month in SPIDER-WOMAN #9! Cover by John Byrne 36 pgs. Cover price $1.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 26 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123002

Cover by John Romita jr. Howard Mackie/John Romita jr./Scott Hanna What is the connection between Peter Parker's father and a one-time enemy of Spider-Man? Find out as the wall-crawler investigates the life of his dearly departed dad! 36 pgs. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 27 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123003

Cover by John Romita Jr. Howard Mackie/John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna In the aftermath of the Green Goblin saga, Peter Parker must wonder: is Spider-Man just a burden on all those he cares for? And when Spidey tries something as simple as rescuing a cat stuck in a tree, why do A.I.M. assassins move in for the kill? 36 pgs. FC Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 30 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #1620488030

Cover by J. Scott Campbell. Story by J. Michael Straczynski, art by John Romita Jr. THE SCOOP: A new era unfolds as acclaimed writer J. Michael Straczynski takes the reins of Marvel's flagship character! THE STORY: As Peter Parker gets back into the swing of his life, a sudden encounter with an enigmatic stranger will forever change the way he will look at himself? And his alter ego, the ever-amazing Spider-Man. THE CREATORS: He's launched two hits with Rising Stars and Midnight Nation, and now Straczynski teams up with penciler John Romita Jr. to form the Spidey dream team supreme! And can you believe we have none other than J. Scott Campbell on covers? THE FORMAT: 36 pages, full color, with ads. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 30 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0142602009

Cover by J. Scott Campbell. Story by J. Michael Straczynski, art by John Romita Jr. THE SCOOP: A new era unfolds as acclaimed writer J. Michael Straczynski takes the reins of Marvel's flagship character! THE STORY: As Peter Parker gets back into the swing of his life, a sudden encounter with an enigmatic stranger will forever change the way he will look at himself? And his alter ego, the ever-amazing Spider-Man. THE CREATORS: He's launched two hits with Rising Stars and Midnight Nation, and now Straczynski teams up with penciler John Romita Jr. to form the Spidey dream team supreme! And can you believe we have none other than J. Scott Campbell on covers? THE FORMAT: 36 pages, full color, with ads. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 33 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4391301016

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #33 cover by J. Scott Campbell J. Michael Straczynski/ John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna The new era continues as writer J. Michael Straczynski takes the reins of Marvel's flagship title! Still reeling from the questions posed by the enigmatic Ezekiel, Peter Parker digs deeper into his roots, searching for a deeper understanding of his powers, and, ultimately, himself. Meanwhile, the morbid Morlun prepares to make his move on Spider-Man! 36 pgs. 7-59606-04716-1-03311 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 35 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4391301018

Cover by J. Scott Campbell. J. Michael Straczynski/John Romita Jr./Scott Hanna. THE SCOOP: If J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. shocked you before... well, this is the real deal! JMS SPEAKS: ""You may think you've seen the greatest confrontations in Peter Parker's life. You're wrong. Since his debut in AMAZING FANTASY #15, nearly four decades ago, Peter Parker has been running from the one, singular confrontation that will change his life. The one he has feared, and dreaded, since he assumed the role of Spider-Man. He has now run out of room to run. This is a confrontation 40 years in the making. No hype. No bombast... but no clues. We can't even give you any names, because that would ruin the surprise. But starting with issue #35, and climaxing in issue #37, the biggest question asked by fans for decades will finally become a reality. This is the Big One. The one that will have you talking for the next year. Honest." THE BUZZ: "I can't say enough good things about this book. J. Michael Straczynski has come along and turned the Spider Saga on its ear. With John Romita Jr.'s pencils backing it up, this book is hot!" -ComicBookGalaxy.com 36 pgs. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 41 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4534158001

Cover by Jason Pearson J. Michael Straczynski (w)/ John Romita Jr. (p)/Scott Hanna (I) THE SCOOP: The hits just keep on coming! THE STORY: It's by J. Michael Straczynski and John Romita Jr. -- what more do you need to know? THE FORMAT: 44 pages, with ads. 7-59606-04716-1-04311 (Marvel PG) 2.25 Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 46 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123011

Cover by Frank Cho. "Unnatural Enemies," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Taking inventory of his crummy life, Peter tries to get some sleep; He only succeeds when Dr. Strange induces sleep in order to talk to Spider-Man in his dreams; He warns Spidey that he made himself noticeable to mystical predators by leaving the path in the astral plane when he tackled Shade, then refers him to page 73 of his etymology book; Peter wakes and checks the book, finding an entry on the spider-wasp; Several days later, a spider-wasp-like creature calling herself Shathra attacks Spidey; She wants to toy with him before killing him but Spidey manages to get away, ducking into a subway station and maneuvering Shathra into being hit by a train; Before she is struck, she utters the name "Parker" and Spidey realizes she knows his secret; Later, playing a new game, Shathra takes human form, goes to the Daily Bugle, and tells them she and Spider-Man were lovers. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 47 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4631123010

Cover by Frank Cho. "The Life & Death of Spiders," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; At Midtown High, Peter enters the teachers' lounge to find "Sharon Keller" on TV talking about her affair with Spider-Man; Recognizing "Sharon" as a disguised Shathra, Peter calls MJ to assure her it isn't true but hears the doubt in her voice; Elsewhere, Ezekiel sees the broadcast and decides he's been away too long; Furious, Spidey attacks the TV studio, inducing Shathra to reveal her true self on camera. Losing control, Spidey beats on her relentlessly, realizing too late that he has given in to his spider personna as Shathra wanted; Her meal now ripe, Shathra tags Spidey with a paralyzing stinger; He manages to escape in a cab; Seeing the mass of yellow cabs on the street, Shathra doesn't know which one to pursue; Fighting the stinger's toxins, Spidey stumbles into the Museum of Natural History's "The Life and Death of Spiders!" exhibit. 3-page Uncanny X-Men #416 preview, script by Chuck Austen, pencils by Kia Asamiya, inks by Kia Asamiya. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 49 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123009

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "Bad Connections," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Ezekiel tells Peter to consider Morlun and Shathra appetizers to an impeding huge menace before sending him to the airport in a limo with a first-class ticket to New York; Peter tells Ezekiel he's a good guy; Ezekiel hopes he still feels that way when he learns the truth; Peter trades his first-class ticket to New York for a coach ticket to Los Angeles, unaware that MJ has arrived at his New York apartment; As Peter wallcrawls into MJ's empty hotel room, MJ hangs out in Peter's vacant apartment; Deciding the empty dwellings are signs of things ending, they head back to their own lives; A bad storm forces both their planes to land in Denver where Peter spots MJ only because his eyes is drawn to a spider on an airport seat. 4-page preview of The Avengers #65, script by Geoff Johns, pencils by Olivier Coipel, inks by Andy Lanning. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 50 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123008

Cover pencils by J. Scott Campbell, inks by Tim Townsend. "Doomed Affairs," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Peter Parker and Mary Jane get stranded in the same Colorado airport after flying across the country in an attempt to see each other; While waiting for the weather to clear the two begin to patch up their rocky marriage, but unfortunately they are interrupted by another stuck traveler, Doctor DOOM!; DOOM is suddenly attacked by Latverian freedom fighters, but Spider-Man and an undercover Captain America arrive just in time to save the besieged dictator, as well as the nearby innocents. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 53 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123007

Cover pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna. "Parts and Pieces," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Digger attacks another of Morris Forelli's interests, but Spider-Man is there to stop him; Unfortunately so is a hit crew hired by Forelli to take down Digger for good; The hit crew only covers Digger's escape, while Spider-man discovers a way to take down the zombie Hulk, and tension flares between Spider-Man and the Forelli family. 44 pgs., full color. 5-page preview of Ultimate X-Men #34, script by Brian Michael Bendis, art by David Finch. 44 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

Amazing Spider-Man (1998 2nd Series) 54 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4631123006

Cover by Terry Dodson. "The Balancing of Karmic Accounts," script by J. Michael Straczynski, pencils by John Romita, Jr., inks by Scott Hanna; Armed with a way to take Digger down, Spider-Man and Lieutenant William Lamont put his idea to the test; Spidey attacks Digger, chasing him into the sewer; Also, Spidey has a little surprise for his new boss, Morris Forelli. 44 pgs., $2.25. Cover price $2.25.