Tarzan Lord of the Jungle ##26
Marvel Comics • Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle (1977 Marvel Series)
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
July 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this issue, titled 'Caged!', Tarzan is captured and imprisoned by modern-day soldiers. The story follows his attempt to escape a high-tech facility while dealing with the clash between his primal nature and modern weaponry.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and small color-breaking ticks visible along the spine. Slight blunting on the upper and lower right corners. Overall cover gloss appears intact, but there is noticeable edge wear and minor surface scuffing near the bottom UPC area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.0+): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Comparable UK variants in mid-to-high grade typically sell for $3 to $8 on auction platforms. High-grade (NM) US cents copies fetch closer to $20.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the market value of the book. The 12p UK variant is collectible but does not command a high premium for this specific issue number.
Notable Features
Bronze Age Marvel issue. Features the 12p British price variant. Interior art by the legendary Buscema brothers. Features a 'Caged Tarzan' iconic cover motif.
Authentication Notes
The 12p price mark is authentic for Marvel's UK distribution in 1979. The age-appropriate paper browning on the interior edges and the specific style of the barcode (UPC) block are consistent with original Marvel printings from this era.