Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars ##12
Marvel Comics • Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Shooter
Interior Artist
Mike Zeck, John Beatty, & Art Adams
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck
Publication Date
April 1985
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Conclusion of the groundbreaking 12-issue miniseries. Doctor Doom momentarily attains the omnipotent power of the Beyonder before losing control of it. The heroes return to Earth, and Spider-Man is left with the alien symbiote that will eventually become Venom.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
Encapsulated in a CGC 9.8 holder with white pages. The slab shows no notable defects, featuring sharp corners, intact gloss, and pristine edges as verified by the professional grading company.
Estimated Market Value
Graded 9.8: $150 - $250 USD
Recent Sales
Recent sales for CGC 9.8 copies of Secret Wars #12 typically range between $170 and $220 depending on current market fluctuations and buyer demand.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded at CGC 9.8, which is the optimal grade for this book given its widespread availability. No further grading is needed.
Notable Features
First appearance of the new black-suited Spider-Man returning to Earth (symbiote origin established earlier, but this is the iconic return issue), major Doctor Doom storyline conclusion, and classic Mike Zeck cover art.
Authentication Notes
Authenticated and encapsulated by CGC with a verified Universal Grade label and serial number 4725580022.