Tarzan: The Rivers of Blood ##3 of 8
Dark Horse Comics • Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tarzan: The Rivers of Blood
Writer
Joe R. Lansdale
Interior Artist
Igor Kordey
Cover Artist
Igor Kordey
Publication Date
November 1999
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 8-issue prestige-style miniseries written by Joe R. Lansdale with art by Igor Kordey. Tarzan finds himself in a strange, civilized urban environment wearing a suit and trench coat, blending elements of classic Edgar Rice Burroughs adventure with a gritty, atmospheric narrative.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic is presented inside a protective bag and board showing minor wear. Corners are relatively sharp with very slight blunting. Spine appears generally straight with minimal handling stress visible near the staples. Gloss is well-preserved with no major color-breaking creases or obvious staining.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $6; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): Not typically cost-effective to grade due to low high-grade market value.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw mid-to-high grade copies of this specific 90s Dark Horse miniseries issue generally range from $2 to $5.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC or CBCS certification significantly exceeds the market value for this modern era miniseries issue.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with barcode box containing '00311' and 'DIRECT SALES' text. Features painted cover and interior art by Igor Kordey.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Dark Horse comic printing quality with correct paper stock, crisp UPC barcode, proper ink density, and clean staples indicating a genuine first printing copy.