Venom: Lethal Protector ##1
Marvel Comics • Venom: Lethal Protector Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
February 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition with Foil Accent
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Venom moves to San Francisco, attempting to become a protector of the innocent rather than a lethal enemy of Spider-Man. This issue kicks off the very first solo limited series for the character, featuring appearances by Spider-Man and the Life Foundation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Very minor spine stress lines, sharp corners with very light blunting at the bottom left, clean and glossy red foil cover with minimal scuffing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $40, Graded CGC 9.8: $100 - $150, Graded CGC 9.2: $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell between $25 and $35 depending on foil preservation and corner sharpness.
Grading Recommendation
Not strongly recommended for professional grading unless aiming for a guaranteed 9.6 or 9.8, as the grading and shipping costs may equal or exceed the potential value increase for a 9.2 copy.
Notable Features
First solo series for Venom, iconic red foil embossed cover, Direct Edition with Spider-Man box logo.
Authentication Notes
Genuine first printing featuring the original red foil background, proper Marvel branding, and correct $2.95 USD / $3.75 CAN cover price.