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Marvel Comics King-Size Conan the Barbarian Special Issue #1

By: Barry Windsor-Smith, Marvel Comics

Style: Comic Book

Origin: USA

Materials: Printed paper

Age: 1973

Condition: Very Good (slight edge wear, visible colors)

Value: $50 - $150

Maker's Marks / Writing: Artwork by Barry Windsor-Smith, King-Size Special, price 35¢, 1973.

Date: 2025-10-31 15:02:44.803776

Description:

This is a special issue of 'Conan the Barbarian', identified as King-Size #1, published in 1973 by Marvel Comics. The cover features Conan in a dramatic pose by artist Barry Windsor-Smith.

Curator Questions

Curated by Jade

Assessment:

This issue is a collector's item due to its King-Size format and special content, including stories that are notable within the Conan series. It is in high demand among collectors of Marvel comics and Conan enthusiasts.

Individual Images:

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Provenance:

None provided.

Condition:

Very Good (slight edge wear, visible colors)

Identification Score: 100%

Identified based on visible details: title, issue number, publisher, and cover art by Barry Windsor-Smith.

Authenticity Score: 95%

The comic appears genuine due to the correct pricing, format, and art style consistent with other Marvel publications of the era. A word about fakes: it's crucial to ensure that reprints are not mistaken for originals.

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Keywords

Conan the Barbarian, Marvel Comics, Barry Windsor-Smith, 1973, King-Size, Special Issue, USA

Report ID:  : ahgdrc

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