Superman/Tarzan: Sons of the Jungle #1 of 3
Dark Horse Comics / DC Comics • Superman/Tarzan: Sons of the Jungle
Writer
Chuck Dixon
Interior Artist
Aluir Amancio
Cover Artist
Aluir Amancio
Publication Date
December 2001
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An Elseworlds crossover tale exploring an alternate reality where Kal-El's rocket ship lands in the jungles of Africa instead of Smallville, and he is raised by apes alongside Tarzan.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting, and a small glare reflection on the left center cover from lighting. Overall crisp cover gloss and clean edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold in the $5 to $10 range depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete miniseries set, as the raw market value is low and grading fees would exceed the potential value increase.
Notable Features
Intercompany crossover published as a co-venture between Dark Horse Comics and DC Comics under the Elseworlds imprint, featuring a Direct Edition barcode.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard modern comic paper stock, correct publisher logos for both Dark Horse and DC, crisp color separation, and a standard Direct Edition barcode box.