Marvel Feature presents Red Sonja: She-Devil with a Sword ##5
Marvel Comics • Marvel Feature Vol. 2 (1975 series)
Writer
Bruce Jones
Interior Artist
Frank Thorne
Cover Artist
Frank Thorne
Publication Date
July 1976
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (10p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Red Sonja battles the Bear-God in 'The Bear-God Stalks the Night!' Features the classic 'bikini armor' version of Red Sonja that became the industry standard. Red Sonja must defend a village and herself against a supernatural ursine entity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks throughout the spine. Corner softening and blunting on all four corners. Visible creasing on the bottom right corner and right edge. Potential moisture rippling on the bottom edge. Surface wear and scuffing consistent with age and handling.
Estimated Market Value
$10 - $20 (Raw) | $40 - $60 (CGC 4.0 Graded)
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-grade condition typically sell for $12-$18. Graded copies of this specific issue in mid-grade typically sell for $45-$55, though UK price variants sometimes fetch a slight premium from specific collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The estimated grade range (4.0 - 5.0) and the current market value do not justify the costs of grading fees, shipping, and insurance. The value increase would be negligible compared to the investment. Better kept as a raw reader copy or in a protective bag/board.
Notable Features
UK 10p Price Variant. Frank Thorne cover art. Early solo Red Sonja title before her own self-titled series began in 1977. UPC barcode in bottom left corner indicating a direct or newsstand distribution.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on the ink saturation, the specific 10p UK price variant trade dress, and the age-appropriate paper oxidation visible on the edges of the pages. Staple placement and 'Marvel-All-Colour Comics' header are consistent with mid-1970s Marvel UK distributions.