Star Wars ##27
Marvel Comics • Star Wars Vol. 1 (1977 Series)
Writer
Archie Goodwin
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino and Bob Wiacek
Cover Artist
Carmine Infantino and Bob Wiacek
Publication Date
September 1979
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Title: 'Return of the Hunter!' Luke Skywalker and C-3PO are hunted by the cyborg Valance the Hunter on the planet Junction. Valance, who loathes droids despite being part machine himself, seeks to destroy Luke to prove his superiority. This issue continues the early expanded universe lore established by Marvel before the release of 'The Empire Strikes Back'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good+ (CGC 4.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and wear on the bottom right corner; some edge wear along the left spine; minor surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover; potential light tanning on the interior pages.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $15; Graded 4.5: $35 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range between $8 and $18. High-grade (9.8) copies sell for significantly more, often exceeding $200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would likely exceed the final market value of the book in this condition. It is a great reader/collection filler copy but lacks the high-grade premium to justify the expense.
Notable Features
Features Valance the Hunter (an early iconic Marvel-original Star Wars antagonist). Newsstand edition with barcode in the lower left. 40-cent price variant era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1979 printing. Period-accurate paper stock and ink saturation. UPC barcode present for newsstand distribution. Comic Code Authority seal is properly aligned.