Web of Venom: Ve'Nam ##1
Marvel Comics • Web of Venom
Writer
Donny Cates
Interior Artist
Juanan Ramirez
Cover Artist
Clayton Crain
Publication Date
August 2018
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A one-shot tie-in to Donny Cates' Venom run. It explores the history of Nick Fury’s 'Sym-Soldier' program during the Vietnam War, featuring Eddie Brock and Rex Strickland.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Appears remarkably flat with sharp corners; minor potential for shelf wear not fully visible in digital low-res; spine appears clean and staples look aligned.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded 9.8: $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell between $5 and $12 USD on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $70 USD.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth grading unless for personal collection or if it is a guaranteed 9.8, as the cost of grading and shipping exceeds the raw market value.
Notable Features
Includes a flashback to the early history of the symbiotes on Earth; significant world-building for the 'King in Black' saga; Virgin-style layout on a trade dress cover.
Authentication Notes
Modern publication with digital coloring and distinct Clayton Crain art style; official Marvel logo and licensing present; consistent with mass-produced modern stock.