Secret War ##1
Marvel Comics • Secret War Vol. 1
Writer
Brian Michael Bendis
Interior Artist
Gabriele Dell'Otto
Cover Artist
Gabriele Dell'Otto
Publication Date
April 2004
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Nick Fury discovers a secret connection between a tech-supplying tinker named Lucia von Bardas and the nation of Latveria. Realizing that the US government refuses to act, Fury recruits a secret strike force of heroes including Spider-Man, Captain America, Wolverine, Daredevil, Luke Cage, and Black Widow for an unauthorized mission to overthrow the Latverian government.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be bagged and boarded, showing sharp corners and clean edges with minimal visible surface wear. Minor spine stress may be present under closer inspection, but overall the cover gloss and color vibrancy are well-preserved.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 9.0 - 9.4) value: $40 - $70.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar VF/NM condition have sold consistently in the $20 to $25 range on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Given the relatively low raw value, professional grading is generally not recommended unless paired with higher-value issues from the miniseries or as part of a complete set submission, as grading costs might exceed the potential value increase.
Notable Features
Part one of the critically acclaimed five-issue miniseries written by Brian Michael Bendis with painted art by Gabriele Dell'Otto. Features iconic painted covers and sets up massive status-quo changes for the Marvel Universe.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard Marvel PSR (Marvel PSR logo visible in the upper left) trade dress, correct paper stock, and accurate color registration matching genuine first printing copies from 2004.