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The Amazing Spider-Man #1

Marvel · Series began 1999 · January 1999

first Spider-Man solo title

WHY COLLECTORS WANT IT

first Spider-Man solo title

Copies of #1 are not all the same book. Here is how to tell each one apart.

Direct edition

Direct Edition

No UPC barcode in the corner box: direct editions show artwork, a logo or a blank box there.

Barcode 75960604716100111
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Sunburst Cover

Barcode 75960604716100121
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The Romitas Cover

Barcode 75960604716100131
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Newsstand edition

Newsstand Edition

A UPC barcode in the cover's corner box.

Barcode 72527402457501
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pencils: John Romitainks: John Romita Jr.colors: José Villarrubia

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