Venom: Lethal Protector ##4
Marvel Comics • Venom: Lethal Protector
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part four of six in the first-ever Venom solo limited series. Venom and Spider-Man must team up to confront the first female symbiote (Scream/Agony/Riot variants part of the Life Foundation symbiotes).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Appears to be in a protective plastic sleeve and board. The cover shows vibrant colors with good gloss, sharp corners with very minimal blunting, and slight spine stress lines visible near the top staple. No major creases, tears, or missing pieces are readily apparent from the exterior view.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $10 - $25 USD. Graded CGC 9.4/9.8 value estimated between $40 - $100 USD depending on current market fluctuations.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw copies range from $12 to $20, while high-grade CGC 9.8 copies routinely sell around $80 to $120.
Grading Recommendation
Not strongly recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete set or high-confidence 9.8 candidate, as the cost of grading may outweigh the current raw value increase for a 9.0 copy.
Notable Features
Part four of a landmark miniseries featuring the first appearances of the Life Foundation symbiotes (Scream, Phage, Riot, Lasher, Agony). Direct edition with barcode box replaced by Venom head graphic.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel Direct Edition format with correct cover stock, gloss, and publisher trade dress. No obvious signs of counterfeiting.