Lion of Africa ##1
Timeline / Worldview Publications • Timeline
Writer
N/A
Interior Artist
N/A
Cover Artist
N/A
Publication Date
c. 1988-1990
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A biographical comic detailing the life and struggle of Nelson Mandela against Apartheid in South Africa. The cover depicts Mandela during his imprisonment appearing over a crowd of protesters holding 'FREE MANDELA' and 'REMEMBER SOWETO' signs.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Significant handling wear including a vertical color-breaking crease running down the center-left (visible on the face), spine stress marks, blunt corners, and a possible subscription or storage bend. Noticeable surface scuffing and fingerprints on the semi-gloss cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $30.00. High demand for Nelson Mandela memorabilia exists, but comic collector demand is niche.
Recent Sales
Comparable educational or biographical 'indie' comics from the late 1980s typically trade between $5 and $25 depending on historical significance.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The condition issues (central crease) would result in a low technical grade, and the cost of grading would exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Educational/Biographical indie comic. Part of the 'Timeline' series focusing on historical figures. Features imagery related to the anti-apartheid movement.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic specimen of the late-80s independent educational comic boom. The paper stock and printing quality are consistent with non-mainstream publishers of that era.