Kull, the Destroyer ##24
Marvel Comics • Kull, the Destroyer
Writer
Don Glut
Interior Artist
Ernie Chan
Cover Artist
Ernie Chan
Publication Date
December 1977
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Screams in the Dark!' where Kull faces the Tiger-God. Includes characters like Kull and Ridondo. This series followed Kull's earlier run 'Kull the Conqueror'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, significant corner blunting (especially bottom right), a noticeable vertical curve/bend to the right side of the book, edge wear consistent with age, and a slight indentation above the UPC barcode.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (9.0+): $45.00 - $65.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-grade condition typically sell for $3-$8 on secondary markets. High-grade slabs (9.4+) reach $75+.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the market value of the book in this estimated condition (4.0-5.0). Better kept as a reader copy or in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Bronze Age Marvel comic; features the 35 cent price point; contains a UPC barcode indicating it was likely a newsstand or standard direct distribution copy for the era; 'From the Creator of Conan!' branding.
Authentication Notes
The coloring, paper aging (yellowing edges), and 'Marvel Comics Group' banner font are consistent with 1977 production. No immediate signs of facsimile or reproduction issues visible.