Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 261:
Description
A CGC-certified copy of *Conan the Barbarian #1*, published by Marvel Comics in October 1970. This Bronze Age comic book is encapsulated in a clear, hard plastic CGC slab, indicating a Universal Grade of 6.5 with Off-White to White Pages. The dynamic cover art by Barry Windsor-Smith depicts Conan armed with a sword and spear, standing over defeated foes, with a female figure in the foreground and winged creatures overhead. Prominent cover text includes “NEW! FIRST TIME IN COMIC-BOOK FORM!”, “CONAN THE BARBARIAN”, “15¢”, “1 OCT”, “MARVEL COMICS GROUP”, “TO THE DEATH!”, and “THE COMING OF CONAN!”. The CGC label further details creator credits: Roy Thomas (story), Barry Windsor-Smith and Dan Adkins (art), and Barry Windsor-Smith (cover). It also notes the origin and first appearance of Conan, as well as the first appearance of King Kull in cameo.
Condition report:
The comic book is presented in its certified CGC Universal Grade of 6.5 with Off-White to White Pages. The overall apparent condition, as certified, is good, with the comic presenting vibrantly within its protective encapsulation. No additional condition issues are noted beyond those inherent to the certified grade.
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