Tarzan Lord of the Jungle ##29
Marvel Comics • Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
October 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p Pence Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 'The Night of the African Star.' Tarzan battles a giant ape while attempting to protect passengers of a sinking ship. Features classic bronze age Tarzan action based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' characters.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some white color-breaking ticks. Blunting on the top left corner. Slight edge wear along the top margin. Visible black marker slash through the UPC barcode (likely a remainder or discount mark). The book appears mostly flat with good color retention.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80. The 12p UK price variant specifically usually commands a similar value to the US edition, though sometimes less to US-based collectors.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of mid-to-high grade bronze age Tarzan issues sold for $3 to $10. Prices for this specific issue remain stable as a non-key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the market value of the book in this condition. The marker line through the barcode would also be noted as a defect or result in a 'Qualified' grade depending on the service.
Notable Features
12p UK Price Variant; UPC barcode with marker strike; Edgar Rice Burroughs characters; John Buscema artwork.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1979 publication. Paper stock shows typical age-appropriate off-white tanning. Correct pence pricing for UK distribution of the era.