Conan the Adventurer ##5
Marvel Comics • Conan the Adventurer (1994 Series)
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Rafael Kayanan
Cover Artist
Rafael Kayanan
Publication Date
October 1994
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story title: 'The Lord of the Lions'. Conan continues his journey through the Hyborian Age, encountering supernatural threats and rival warriors. This issue features Conan battling a monstrous entity in an intricate, ancient setting.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the top and bottom left corners. Gloss remains high, but there appears to be a slight wave or non-color-breaking indentation near the top right quadrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition average $5. High-grade 9.8 copies occasionally sell for $50 to enthusiasts of the 90s Conan run.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Features the distinctive 1990s Rafael Kayanan art style which is highly detailed and heavily influenced by Barry Windsor-Smith. Includes Comic Code Authority seal and a standard barcode for the Direct Market.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1994 Marvel publication. The 'Direct Edition' text box in the bottom left corner and the paper stock (standard 90s glossy cover) are consistent with original printings of this era.