Planet of the Apes #PR18
Power Records • Power Records Book and Record Set
Writer
Uncredited
Interior Artist
Uncredited
Cover Artist
Neal Adams (attributed)
Publication Date
1974
Cover Variant
Standard Book and Record Set (45 RPM)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An abbreviated comic book adaptation of the 1968 film 'Planet of the Apes'. It follows astronaut George Taylor as he crashes on a future Earth ruled by intelligent apes. Includes a 45 RPM vinyl record with a full cast dramatization, music, and sound effects to be played while reading.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible surface scuffing and horizontal scratching across the bottom quarter of the cover, likely on the polybag or the comic itself. Minor corner blunting at the top right and bottom right. Slight spine stress is visible. Color remains vibrant, but the gloss appears impacted by surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20.00 - $35.00; Graded (9.0+): $100.00 - $150.00 (Value heavily dependent on if the record is included and functional)
Recent Sales
Recent sales for complete sets (book + 45 RPM record) in mid-grade range from $25 to $40. High-grade specimens with original packaging intact can fetch over $75.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete, pristine 'Mint' collection. Due to the surface scuffing visible, it likely would not achieve a high enough grade to offset the costs of CGC/CBCS certification.
Notable Features
Features the 45 RPM record indicator (PR18) rather than the 33 1/3 LP version. It includes the original $1.49 price point in the upper right circle. High-quality cover art is widely attributed to industry legend Neal Adams.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an original 1974 production. Key indicators include the correct 'Power Records' logo, fonts consistent with 1970s Peter Pan Industries releases, and correct color saturation for the era. The presence of the polybag suggests it has been stored to prevent further acid-induced tanning.