Conan the Barbarian #228 (1990) — Comic Book Value
Conan The BarbarianWhat Conan the Barbarian #228 (1990) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Conan the Barbarian #228 (1990) value — Ungraded $3 · Grade 6.0 $10 · Grade 8.0 $17. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.7× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Conan the Barbarian #228, grab the Newsstand version for $5. The Standard version at $3 is actually cheaper, so buy that if you just want the comic. The difference between the two versions is minimal in terms of collectible value here. If you are a budget collector, the Standard version is your pick; otherwise, the slight difference doesn't warrant paying more for the Newsstand version.
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Conan the Barbarian #228 (1990) comic value
An ungraded copy of Conan the Barbarian #228 (1990) averages around $3. A CGC 6.0 runs about $10, and a CGC 8.0 commands $17.
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 | $3 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $10 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the estimated value of an ungraded copy of Conan #228?
- An ungraded copy of Conan the Barbarian #228 is currently valued at $3.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $16, which is five times the price of an ungraded copy.
- Is there a specific price point for a Grade 6.0 copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of this Conan The Barbarian issue is listed with a resale value of $10.