Conan the Barbarian #138 (1982) — Comic Book Value
Conan The BarbarianWhat Conan the Barbarian #138 (1982) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Conan the Barbarian #138 (1982) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $14 · Grade 8.0 $23. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.8× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Conan the Barbarian #138, grab the Newsstand version for $3. The Standard version at $4 offers no significant upgrade in content or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Collectors prioritizing basic ownership should choose the Newsstand. Those seeking the slight premium or wanting the "Standard" designation should pay the extra dollar.
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Conan the Barbarian #138 (1982) comic value
An ungraded copy of Conan the Barbarian #138 (1982) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $14, and a CGC 8.0 commands $23.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $14 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this comic?
- The ungraded version of Conan the Barbarian #138 is listed with a starting value of $5.
- How much is a higher-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this series is currently valued at $24.
- Is the ungraded condition worth buying?
- If budget is a concern, the ungraded copy is available for $5, but higher grades offer better investment potential.