Conan the Adventurer ##8
Marvel Comics • Conan the Adventurer (Vol. 1)
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Rafael Kayanan
Cover Artist
Rafael Kayanan
Publication Date
January 1995
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Death and Life' storyline. Conan faces various trials in a more stylized, 90s visual aesthetic compared to earlier runs. Characters include Conan and various mystical antagonists.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks (spine ticks), mild blunting on the top and bottom left corners, minor surface wear on the dark areas of the cover, and slight edge wear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for around $5 on platforms like eBay. Graded copies of this specific late-era Conan run are uncommon due to low demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the comic. It is best enjoyed as a raw collector's item.
Notable Features
Features the Direct Edition UPC barcode. Part of the 14-issue run that attempted to modernize the Conan property for Marvel in the mid-1990s. Not a key issue.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on the paper stock (glossy cover finish typical of mid-90s Marvel), correctly placed UPC box, and era-appropriate price point ($1.50 US).