Spider-Man / Venom ##1
Marvel Comics • Free Comic Book Day 2021: Spider-Man/Venom
Writer
Zeb Wells / Al Ewing / Ram V
Interior Artist
Patrick Gleason / Bryan Hitch
Cover Artist
Patrick Gleason
Publication Date
August 2021
Cover Variant
Regular (Free Comic Book Day Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features two preludes: one for the 'Spider-Man Beyond' era featuring Ben Reilly, and one for the Al Ewing/Ram V run of Venom. It includes the first appearance of the character Dr. Zahir.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and slight color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Mild corner blunting on the bottom right. Light surface scuffing visible under direct light reflection.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $1 to $10. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $50 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed. The cost of grading typically exceeds the market value of a raw or lower-grade slabbed copy for this specific FCBD issue.
Notable Features
Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) 2021 release. Notable for the return of Ben Reilly as Spider-Man and the introduction of the new creative direction for the Venom series.
Authentication Notes
The paper stock is a lighter weight typical of FCBD giveaways. The presence of the 'Free Comic Book Day' banner and the specific UPC 759606201686 00111 are consistent with an authentic first printing.