Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars ##1
Marvel Comics • Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Shooter
Interior Artist
Mike Zeck
Cover Artist
Mike Zeck
Publication Date
May 1984
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Earth's greatest heroes and villains are transported to Battleworld by a mysterious cosmic entity known as the Beyonder to fight for the ultimate prize.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine+ (CGC 8.5)
Condition Details
Minor corner rounding, slight spine stress lines along the left edge, light surface wear, but overall clean with good gloss and vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50. Graded (CGC 8.5): $70 - $100.
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for Secret Wars #1 range between $35 and $55 depending on exact condition and platform.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate value increase if graded, but given the current raw value, professional grading (CGC/CBCS) is borderline unless aiming to preserve or sell a guaranteed high-grade slab. A press and clean could potentially bump it to a 9.0 or 9.2.
Notable Features
Part one of the landmark 12-issue limited series, origin of Spider-Man's black alien costume (symbiote), and iconic Mike Zeck wraparound cover.
Authentication Notes
Direct edition barcode block present in lower left corner, correct 75¢ cover price, standard newsprint interior paper stock consistent with 1984 Marvel publications.