PLANET OF THE APES #PR 18
Power Records • Power Records Book and Record Set
Writer
Uncredited (adapted from Michael Wilson and Rod Serling)
Interior Artist
Uncredited
Cover Artist
Neal Adams (attributed)
Publication Date
1974
Cover Variant
Regular Book and Record Set (45 RPM)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An illustrated adaptation of the 1968 film 'Planet of the Apes'. It follows astronaut George Taylor as he crash-lands on a future Earth where speech-capable apes rule over primitive, mute humans. The story concludes with the iconic Statue of Liberty discovery scene.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good+ (CGC 4.5 equivalent - estimated)
Condition Details
Moderate surface wear and light scuffing on the cover; visible wrinkling along the spine area; corner blunting present on bottom right; shelf wear consistent with age; possible minor tanning of white borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw with record: $15 - $30; Graded (CGC Signed/High Grade): $100 - $150 (Note: Value depends heavily on the presence and condition of the nested 45 RPM vinyl record).
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for complete sets (book + record) in mid-grade range from $12.00 to $28.00 USD.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless in pristine Near Mint+ condition or if the record is missing and the book is used as a placeholder. The cost of grading often exceeds the market value of mid-grade copies.
Notable Features
Includes a 45 RPM vinyl record with full cast audio, music, and sound effects. Original 1.49 price point sticker/print. Features art style highly similar to Neal Adams / Continuity Associates.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1970s Power Records production; offset lithography printing; thick cardstock cover with a matte-to-semi-gloss finish; staples are centrally located but often show oxidation on these sets.