X-O Manowar ##28
Valiant Comics • X-O Manowar Vol. 1
Writer
Bob Layton
Interior Artist
Sal Velluto
Cover Artist
Joe Quesada
Publication Date
May 1994
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Aric of Dacia continues his adventures clad in the powerful X-O Manowar armor, facing internal and external threats in the Valiant Universe.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines near the top staple, slight corner blunting on the upper right corner, and a small price sticker affixed to the upper right corner area on the plastic bag (needs inspection to ensure it is not on the comic itself). Overall nice flat cover with good gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5, Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $15 - $25
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of Valiant issues from this era typically sell in bargain bins or online lots for $1 to $3.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) as the cost of grading outweighs the current market value for this specific issue, unless part of a complete run submission.
Notable Features
Includes a free Upper Deck Valiant Era trading card bound inside the issue, as indicated by the cover box.
Authentication Notes
Standard Valiant logo, correct pricing box ($2.25 US / $3.05 CAN), and printed indicators consistent with authentic 1990s direct market issues.