Savage Tales Featuring Conan the Barbarian ##3
Marvel Comics (Marvel Magazine Group) • Savage Tales Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Barry Windsor-Smith, Gil Kane, Ernie Chan
Cover Artist
Pablo Marcos
Publication Date
February 1974
Cover Variant
Regular/Magazine Format
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Conan the Barbarian in 'The Demon from the Dark.' This issue is a black-and-white magazine format known for more mature content than standard code-approved comics. Includes a Ka-Zar story and various articles/pin-ups.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with minor color-breaking ticks; slight corner blunting on the top right; some surface scuffing/shelf wear visible on the black areas of the cover; minor edge wear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $80 | Graded (9.0+): $150 - $250
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $45 and $70 on eBay. High-grade 9.6 slabs reach approximately $350.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a nice copy, the current value of a 7.5 grade might not offset the cost of grading and shipping unless the owner believes a press would push it to an 8.5+.
Notable Features
Early bronze age magazine format; features art by legendary Conan artist Barry Windsor-Smith; Pablo Marcos cover art; Curtis Magazines imprint logo (Marvel's magazine division).
Authentication Notes
The paper stock for this magazine is heavier and more acidic than standard comics; yellowing is common. The ink density on the Pablo Marcos cover is consistent with mid-70s high-speed web offset printing. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting are visible.