Venom ##257
Marvel Comics • Venom Vol. 5 (Legacy numbered #257 / Issue #23 in current volume)
Writer
Torunn Grønbekk
Interior Artist
Ken Lashley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
July 2023
Cover Variant
Classified Target Variant (Homage to Amazing Spider-Man #257)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Death Spiral' storyline. Eddie Brock and Dylan Brock continue to deal with the complexities of the symbiote hive. This issue features Eddie Brock confronting various iterations of himself through time and space.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Displays slight corner blunting on the bottom left and right; minor spine stress visible at the top staple; slight surface scuffing on the backing bag which may distract from actual cover surface; overall excellent gloss and sharp colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.8): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Recent sales fluctuate between $12 and $18 for raw copies due to its availability as a retail exclusive from Target Corporation.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if looking for a 9.8 holder for a personal collection. For resale, the grading fees often exceed the secondary market premium for this specific modern variant.
Notable Features
This cover is a 'Classified' variant that was hidden before release; it is a direct homage to the iconic Amazing Spider-Man #257 cover by Mark Bagley. It was sold exclusively through Target stores. Features include a Legacy numbering of #257 in the top right corner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic retail exclusive. Note the store inventory sticker on the front of the bag and the 'Target Variant' red crosshair logo on the cover. Modern high-gloss paper stock.