Edgar Rice Burroughs The Return of Tarzan #Limited Collectors' Edition #C-29
DC Comics • Limited Collectors' Edition (Treasury Size)
Writer
Joe Kubert (adaptation of Edgar Rice Burroughs)
Interior Artist
Joe Kubert
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
August-September 1974
Cover Variant
Regular Treasury Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A treasury-sized adaptation of the second Tarzan novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs. It follows Tarzan's return to the jungle after his time in civilization. This edition features the 'Fantastic 3-Part Novel' and bonus materials like a Tarzan puzzle page, 'Tarzan Alive' bio, and a 3D diorama cut-out.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate shelf wear and surface scuffing; visible spine stress and vertical creasing on the right side of the cover; blunted corners especially at top right and bottom right; slight color chipping along the edges; significant glare from poly-bag makes fine detail assessment difficult, but overall structure shows notable aging and handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $20.00; Graded (9.0+): $80.00 - $150.00. Mid-grade copies like this typically sell for $12.00 - $18.00.
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in mid-grade condition range from $10 to $22. High-grade (NM) copies can reach $40-$50 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. In its current estimated 4.0 condition, the cost of grading fees would exceed the market value of the book. It is a great reader/display copy but lacks the high-grade status required for investment-grade encapsulation.
Notable Features
Treasury edition (oversized format); Joe Kubert cover and art; contains a 3D diorama cut-out feature (often missing or cut out in lower grades, which reduces value).
Authentication Notes
The oversized format (10 x 13.5 inches), $1.00 original cover price, and specific DC logo placement confirm this as the 1974 treasury edition. Registration and ink colors appear consistent with period-correct printing on newsstand-grade paper.