Secret War ##5
Marvel Comics • Secret War Vol. 1
Writer
Brian Michael Bendis
Interior Artist
Gabriele Dell'Otto
Cover Artist
Gabriele Dell'Otto
Publication Date
December 2005
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The explosive conclusion to Brian Michael Bendis and Gabriele Dell'Otto's miniseries. Nick Fury's unauthorized secret invasion of Latveria comes to a head, dealing with the heavy consequences for the heroes involved and leading to Fury's eventual fallout with S.H.I.E.L.D.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be stored inside a plastic bag with some glare reflection. Minor corner blunting, potential slight spine stress ticks, but overall clean cover gloss and good color preservation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw estimated value: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 9.4/9.6) value: $50 - $80.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw copies of Secret War #5 range between $15 and $25 depending on exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete set run, as the grading and shipping costs may exceed the raw market value increase for an 8.0-9.0 grade copy.
Notable Features
Part of the acclaimed Marvel PSR (Marvel Parental Supervision Required) line. Features painted artwork by Gabriele Dell'Otto and concludes the major Marvel event that set up significant status quo changes for Nick Fury and various street-level heroes.
Authentication Notes
Standard Marvel trade dress, correct logo placement, correct creator credits for Brian Michael Bendis and Gabriele Dell'Otto, and proper PSR rating box indicating standard authenticity.