Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars ##9
Marvel Comics • Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Shooter
Interior Artist
Mike Zeck & John Beatty
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck & Bob McLeod
Publication Date
January 1985
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man encounters the alien symbiote for the first time on Battleworld, leading to the creation of his iconic new black costume.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
Encapsulated in a CGC holding case, professionally graded 9.8 with white pages. No apparent major manufacturing defects, spine ticks, or color breaks visible through the case.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value approx. $50 - $100 depending on market, Graded CGC 9.8 value approx. $250 - $350
Recent Sales
CGC 9.8 copies regularly sell in the $250 to $350 range depending on current market fluctuations.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded by CGC at 9.8, no further grading is necessary.
Notable Features
First appearance of the new black costume (symbiote) that eventually becomes Venom. Iconic Mike Zeck cover.
Authentication Notes
Authentic CGC universal blue label case with verified certification number 0966942025 matching the slab label.