Conan the Barbarian #221 (1989) — Comic Book Value
Conan The BarbarianWhat Conan the Barbarian #221 (1989) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Conan the Barbarian #221 (1989) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $19 · Grade 8.0 $29. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Conan the Barbarian #221, buy the Newsstand version for $4. The Standard version at $6 offers no significant premium in terms of edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Collectors prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should choose Newsstand, while those wanting the slightly more recognized Standard version should pay the extra two dollars.
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Conan the Barbarian #221 (1989) comic value
An ungraded copy of Conan the Barbarian #221 (1989) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $19, and a CGC 8.0 commands $29.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $19 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $29 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated resale value for an ungraded copy of this comic?
- The ungraded copy of Conan The Barbarian #221 is available for purchase.
- How much does a Grade 8.0 copy of Conan The Barbarian #221 sell for?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Conan The Barbarian #221 is listed at $26.
- Is there a significant price difference between the various grades?
- Yes, the price increases from $17 for a Grade 6.0 to $26 for a Grade 8.0.