Conan the King ##55
Marvel Comics • Conan the King (formerly King Conan)
Writer
Don Kraar
Interior Artist
Geof Isherwood
Cover Artist
Geof Isherwood
Publication Date
November 1989
Cover Variant
Regular / Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Final Issue of the series titled 'The Road to Empire'. Conan faces his final challenges in this series as King of Aquilonia, culminating in a transition point for the character's publication history at Marvel.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 - 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress/ticks visible against the blue background; slight blunting on the bottom left corner; visible light reflecting off the polybag/mylar suggests some cover waviness which may be pressed out; top right corner shows minor wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $40 | Graded (9.8): $150 - $200
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-to-High grade have sold between $25 and $45. High-number bronze/copper age Marvel series often command a premium due to lower print runs as titles neared cancellation.
Grading Recommendation
Likely not worth professional grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. The current estimated grade of 8.0 would not yield a significant profit after grading fees, though a clean and press could improve its appeal.
Notable Features
Final issue of the series; Newsstand edition (identified by the barcode in the lower left); Lower print run common for series finales in the late 80s.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the standard Marvel newsstand cover trade dress, barcode font, and age-appropriate paper wear visible through the bag.