Conan Saga ##89
Marvel Comics • Conan Saga (Modern Era Magazine series)
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema, Ernie Chan
Cover Artist
Doug Beekman
Publication Date
August 1994
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features reprints of classic Conan the Barbarian stories, specifically continuing the adaptation of 'The Witch of the Mists.' It features Conan and Valeria. The magazine format includes black and white interior art.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of the top and bottom left corners; significant color-breaking spine ticks and white stress lines along the spine; edges show minor wear and white chipping; surface scuffing visible on the red background; slight curvature/waviness of the book.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (9.8): $50.00 - $75.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Grade condition have sold for $4.00 - $8.00. High-grade (9.6+) copies occasionally fetch $20.00+ on secondary markets.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the book, especially given the visible spine wear and corner blunting which would likely keep the grade in the 5.0 - 6.0 range.
Notable Features
Features the 'Direct Edition' UPC barcode; Curtis Magazine/Marvel magazine format; reprints stories from Conan the Barbarian #24.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1994 Marvel magazine. The paper stock and ink saturation are consistent with Marvel's mid-90s magazine production. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting are visible.