Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle #19
Marvel Comics • Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle (1977 Series)
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
December 1978
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition - With UPC Barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Pursuit!'. Tarzan finds himself embroiled in a conflict on the high seas involving a pirate crew and blue-skinned warriors. Key characters include Tarzan and Captain Gidney.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress/ticks; slight corner blunting on the top right; some minor edge wear along the bottom. The cover gloss remains relatively high and colors are vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 in mid-to-high grade levels. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $70 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the comic. It is best kept as a 'reader' or personal collection copy in a bag and board.
Notable Features
Art by the legendary John Buscema. This issue features the pursuit of the 'Man-Eaters' and showcases a classic bronze-age Marvel cover layout with the 'Still Only 35c' price box.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1978 original. The UPC barcode indicates a direct/newsstand distribution, the paper stock shows typical light tanning for its age, and the color registration is consistent with Marvel's 1970s printing standards.