Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars ##3
Marvel Comics • Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Shooter
Interior Artist
Mike Zeck
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck
Publication Date
July 1984
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Titled 'The Crisis Within!', heroes clash as internal conflicts arise among the gathered champions on Battleworld. Spider-Man tests out his mysterious new black costume further, while X-Men members fight among themselves and against other heroes due to manipulations by the Beyonder and Magneto.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks and ticks along the left border, moderate corner blunting, a slight vertical subscription crease or roll down the center, and some minor tanning/yellowing of the newsprint paper along the edges. The cover retains most of its original gloss and color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $15 - $25. Graded (CGC 5.0) value: $30 - $45.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold consistently in the $15 to $30 range depending on platform and buyer demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading for a 5.0 copy unless part of a complete graded run, as the grading and shipping fees would exceed the added value of the slab. Best kept as a solid raw reader copy.
Notable Features
Features the iconic black costume Spider-Man prominently on the cover, part of the landmark 12-issue crossover event that introduced the alien symbiote to mainstream continuity. This is the direct newsstand edition with a 75¢ cover price and direct currency variants for UK/CAN.
Authentication Notes
Appears completely authentic with period-correct newsprint paper stock, standard Marvel direct/newsstand box markings, correct color separation, and appropriate staple placement consistent with 1984 Marvel publications.