X-O Manowar ##10
Valiant Comics • X-O Manowar Vol. 1
Writer
Jim Shooter and Bob Layton
Interior Artist
Barry Windsor-Smith
Cover Artist
Barry Windsor-Smith
Publication Date
December 1992
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Aric of Dacia, equipped with the powerful X-O Manowar armor, continues his battle against modern threats, featuring crossover elements with Solar, Man of the Atom.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines visible near the top staple, slight corner blunting on the bottom left, and standard glare from the mylar bag. Overall flat cover with good color retention.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10, Graded (9.0-9.2): $25 - $40
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for Valiant early issues from 1992 generally range between $2 and $8 depending on platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading due to low return on investment relative to grading costs, unless part of a complete high-grade run.
Notable Features
Features a special 'Featuring Solar Man of the Atom' banner box in the upper left corner and iconic Barry Windsor-Smith artwork.
Authentication Notes
Standard Valiant logo, proper box layout, and typical 1990s paper stock and printing quality consistent with genuine first print issues.