Jungle Tales of Tarzan #King-Size Annual #1
Marvel Comics • Tarzan Annual (Marvel Series)
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
1977
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market with Barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First Marvel Tarzan Annual. Contains the story 'The Capture of Tarzan,' based on the stories by Edgar Rice Burroughs. Tarzan is captured by a tribe of cannibals and must use his wits and strength to escape and protect the jungle.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the left edge; significant corner blunting at bottom left and top left; visible edge wear and minor chipping; slight surface scuffing on the dark background area; potential light tanning of pages based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $100.00+
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in mid-grade typically sell for $8-$15 on eBay. High-grade (9.6+) copies can command a premium, but mid-grade copies are common and relatively low-value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the market value of a 5.0 grade copy. Recommended for a protective bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
First Marvel Tarzan Annual issue; John Buscema cover art; features barcode (Direct Edition/Newsstand-wide release style for 1977); $0.50 price point.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1977 Marvel publication. Features correct typography for the era, standard newsprint interior, and period-accurate color saturation. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting visible.