Arak Son of Thunder ##3
DC Comics • Arak Son of Thunder Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Ernie Colón
Cover Artist
Ernie Colón
Publication Date
November 1981
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Arak and Valda face the Sword of the Iron Maiden. This issue continues the sword-and-sorcery adventures of Arak, a Native American hero in the time of Charlemagne. Key characters include Arak and Valda the Iron Maiden.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress marks (color breaking), light corner rounding on the bottom right, and some slight surface wear/rubbing on the cover. The colors remain vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60.00 - $90.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $5.00. Higher grade copies (9.6+) occasionally fetch $40+ in slabbed condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The grading fees would likely exceed the final market value of the book. It is best enjoyed as a raw collectible.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Valda the Iron Maiden. Direct Edition indicated by the DC logo in the UPC box. Features a 27-page story.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1981 copper age issue. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting are visible; print registration and paper aging are consistent with the era.