Conan the Barbarian ##34
Marvel Comics • Conan the Barbarian Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
January 1974
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In 'The Temptress in the Tower of Flame!', Conan encounters the beautiful but dangerous temptress and must battle guardians within a mystic tower. Based on a story by Robert E. Howard.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress, blunted corners, significant edge wear on the left spine edge, and potential vertical surface creasing consistent with handling. Light staining/tanning visible on the lower edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 – $20.00; Graded (9.0+): $80.00 – $120.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold between $12.00 and $18.00. High-grade slabbed copies (9.6) can reach $200.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading would likely exceed the market value of the book in this condition. Best suited for a protective bag and board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Features the first appearance of the character Delmuro (cameo). This issue is part of the iconic Roy Thomas and John Buscema run that defined the character for Marvel.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 20-cent Bronze Age Marvel comic. Ink saturation and paper aging are consistent with 1970s chemical pulp paper stock.