Conan the Barbarian ##84
Marvel Comics • Conan the Barbarian Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
Ernie Chan
Publication Date
March 1978
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of 'Two Against the Hawk-City!'. Conan and Zula are captured by the warriors of the Hawk-City. Zula is forced to use his magic while Conan faces trial by combat.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy vertical subscription crease through center of book; significant spine stress with color-breaking ticks; blunted and rounded corners, especially bottom right; noticeable surface wear and scuffing on the cover art; possible minor moisture warping or staining along the top edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 | Graded (4.0): $30 - $40
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (NM 9.4+) sell for $50-$80; mid-grade copies like this typically sell for under $10 in bulk or filler lots.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The heavy subscription crease and general surface wear would likely cap the grade at a 4.0 or lower. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
First appearance of Zula (Amra of the Black Coast). Return of John Buscema to the interior art for the series. Features the 'Diamond' price box typical of the era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s Marvel newsprint and ink density. Gloss levels are consistent with age and storage. Staples appear original with some oxidation.