Conan the Barbarian ##77
Marvel Comics • Conan the Barbarian Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
August 1977
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Conan faces a massive foe in a dungeon setting, featuring high-adventure storytelling typical of the Bronze Age run by Roy Thomas and John Buscema.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fair/Good (CGC 1.5)
Condition Details
Heavy vertical creasing down the center, heavy spine roll and stress ticks, major corner blunting and rounding, severe surface wear and scuffing, noticeable tears along the top and right edges, spine stress with color breaking, tanning/yellowing of the newsprint paper, and potential moisture staining.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8. Graded (CGC 1.5): $15 - $25.
Recent Sales
Low-grade copies of this issue regularly sell raw in dollar bins or up to $5 depending on local market demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) due to the heavy wear, deep creases, and low potential market value which would not cover the grading fees.
Notable Features
Classic Bronze Age Marvel issue featuring iconic cover artwork and interior pencils by legendary artist John Buscema.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1977 Marvel newsprint paper stock, correct 30 cent cover price, and UPC barcode box indicating newsprint distribution. Appears authentic.