Venom: Lethal Protector ##6
Marvel Comics • Venom: Lethal Protector Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Ron Lim
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley and Al Milgrom
Publication Date
July 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The chilling conclusion to Venom's first-ever solo limited series. Venom and Spider-Man must deal with the Life Foundation symbiotes and the Jury while establishing the anti-hero status of Eddie Brock.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in strong condition, enclosed in a protective bag and board. Cover gloss is high, corners appear sharp with minimal to no blunting, and no major spine stress lines or color-breaking creases are readily visible from the exterior angle.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20, Graded (CGC 9.4/9.6): $40 - $75
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in high-grade condition typically sell between $10 and $15 on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Given the relatively low cost of this issue, professional grading is generally not recommended unless being submitted as part of a larger bulk tier or for a personal set completion, as the grading and shipping costs will exceed the value added.
Notable Features
Direct edition with barcode box showing vertical barcode lines and 'DIRECT EDITION' text. Part of Venom's first solo mini-series.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel publication qualities present, including appropriate paper stock, crisp color registration, and standard direct edition barcode box with no obvious signs of counterfeiting.