Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tarzan ##107
Dell Comics • Dell Four Color (Series 2) #107
Writer
Gaylord Du Bois
Interior Artist
Jesse Marsh
Cover Artist
Jesse Marsh
Publication Date
June 1956
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features classic Tarzan adventure stories written by Gaylord Du Bois and illustrated by Jesse Marsh, showcasing Tarzan uniting unlikely allies against a savage horde.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate to heavy spine wear, blunted corners, edge chipping along top and bottom borders, faint staining/discoloration near the bottom edge, and subtle spine roll.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25 - $50; Graded (CGC 4.0): $60 - $90
Recent Sales
Comparable Dell Tarzan issues from the mid-1950s in VG condition have recently sold in the $35 to $75 range depending on specific issue demand.
Grading Recommendation
Professional grading may not be cost-effective for a lower-grade copy unless looking to preserve it, as the grading and shipping fees would likely exceed the value increase.
Notable Features
Classic photo-painted style cover by Jesse Marsh, classic 15-cent Dell giant-box logo, vintage 1950s Dell comics contest promotion on the cover.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with period-appropriate newsprint paper stock, standard staple placement, and correct Dell logo typography consistent with 1956 printing standards.