Sergio Aragonés' Groo the Wanderer ##29
Marvel Comics (Epic Comics imprint) • Groo the Wanderer Vol. 1
Writer
Sergio Aragonés & Mark Evanier
Interior Artist
Sergio Aragonés
Cover Artist
Sergio Aragonés
Publication Date
July 1987
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Groo the Wanderer is a comedy series featuring an incredibly dimwitted but highly skilled barbarian. In this issue, Groo gets involved in a village construction project, leading to his typical brand of accidental destruction. Key characters include Groo and his faithful dog, Rufferto.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible green price sticker on the top right area of the logo. Minor spine stress visible. Light corner blunting on the bottom right. Minor polybag/surface glare obscures some detail, but the book appears flat with decent color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.0+): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition typically sell for between $4 and $10 on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the comic. The presence of a price sticker on the cover would also negatively impact the technical grade unless professionally removed.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with Spider-Man head UPC. Features the work of legendary MAD Magazine artist Sergio Aragonés. Part of the Epic Comics line which allowed for creator-owned properties.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1980s Marvel/Epic publication. The paper stock, ink saturation (specifically the purple logo), and the specific Spider-Man head UPC graphic are consistent with originals from 1987.