Conan the Barbarian ##127
Marvel Comics Group • Conan the Barbarian Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Gil Kane
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
October 1981
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Snow-Beast.' Conan encounters a giant prehistoric polar bear-like creature in the snowy mountains. Key characters: Conan. This is a standalone adventure issue from the bronze age run.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Significant heavy wear including a large diagonal color-breaking crease across the bottom right corner, multiple spine stress marks, moderate corner blunting, possible small tears along the top edge near the title logo, and surface rubbing/scuffing. Distinct 'Newsstand' barcode present.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00; Graded (CGC 2.0): $15.00 - $25.00 (grading costs far exceed value)
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (NM 9.4+) sell for $30-$50. Low-grade copies like this typically sell in 'reader' bundles or dollar bins for under $5.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) exceeds the market value of the book in this condition. It is a common 'reader copy' issue.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition (indicated by the UPC barcode in the bottom left). Features a classic Gil Kane 'man vs beast' cover. Not a major key issue or first appearance.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1981 bronze age Marvel comic. The paper oxidization (yellowing) visible on the edges and the specific printing quality of the Newsstand barcode are consistent with original production from that era.