Conan the Barbarian ##79
Marvel Comics • Conan the Barbarian Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema and Ernie Chan
Cover Artist
Ernie Chan
Publication Date
October 1977
Cover Variant
Regular (Newsstand Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Title: 'The Eye of the Serpent-God Set!' Conan and his companion find themselves in a lost city where they encounter the cult of the serpent god Set. Conan must battle mystical forces and the city's inhabitants to protect a powerful jewel and survive.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 to 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible glare from the polybag obscures some details, but the copy shows minor spine stress lines, slight blunting at the top-left corner, and some minor edge wear. The colors remain vibrant. The UPC barcode box is present and clean.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 8.0+): $45 - $65
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in mid-to-high grade typically fall between $8 and $18. CGC 9.4+ copies occasionally reach $80-$100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading (approx $30-40) currently exceeds the market value of a raw copy in this condition.
Notable Features
Newsstand Edition (with UPC barcode). Features artwork by the definitive Conan creative team of the era (Thomas, Buscema, Chan). Classic 30-cent price point.
Authentication Notes
The comic exhibits correct 1970s Marvel Bronze Age production markers: typical newsprint interior visible at edges, 'Marvel Comics Group' banner, and period-accurate color palette. No signs of restoration are visible from the image provided.