Tono and Kono: The Jungle Twins ##14
Gold Key Comics • The Jungle Twins
Writer
Gaylord Du Bois
Interior Artist
Mike Roy
Cover Artist
George Wilson (attributed)
Publication Date
August 1975
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the adventures of the twins Tono and Kono in a jungle setting. This issue includes the story 'Tembo the Avenger,' where the twins must deal with an enraged elephant and hostile tribal conflicts.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; light corner blunting (particularly bottom left); subtle edge wear. The dark cover background makes spine stresses more visible. Overall decent gloss and integrity.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $45.00 - $65.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $6.00 to $10.00. High-grade (NM) copies occasionally fetch a premium from completionist collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of a mid-to-high grade copy of this specific issue. Best kept in a fresh bag and board for preservation.
Notable Features
Features a painted cover, which was a hallmarks of Gold Key adventure titles. Includes a secondary backup story and educational 'Jungle Facts' page typical of the publisher's format.
Authentication Notes
The 25-cent price point and '90272-508' serial number on the top left match authentic 1975 print runs. No signs of restoration or reprints are visible.