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
The heroes face off against one another and explore Battleworld while trying to understand the enigmatic Beyonder who brought them there. This issue features heavy X-Men friction, particularly with Spider-Man and the X-Men.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks along the left edge, minor blunting at the top and bottom corners, slight rolling of the spine, and a light subscription crease or vertical bend running down the cover near the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 8.0) value: $45 - $65.
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for Secret Wars #3 range between $15 and $25 depending on exact condition. Graded 8.0 copies consistently sell around $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a full run submission, as the grading and shipping costs would likely exceed the added value for an 8.0 copy.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition featuring the direct price box variant (75¢ US, 50p UK, $1.00 CAN). Iconic Mike Zeck cover featuring Spider-Man fighting the X-Men.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1984 Marvel newsstand publication features including the traditional newsstand UPC-free price box, correct paper stock, and proper color registration indicative of authentic vintage printing.