Tarzan #1 (1948) — Comic Book Value
TarzanWhat Tarzan #1 (1948) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Tarzan #1 (1948) value — Ungraded $216 · Grade 6.0 $1,544 · Grade 8.0 $1,853. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.6× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Tarzan #1 (1948) Standard: $2 version. The higher-priced versions, like the Standard: $216, offer better condition or rarity, making them desirable for serious collectors. If budget is tight, the $5 or $10 options suffice. However, if you seek investment potential or display quality, the premium Standard: $216 is the one to pursue.
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Item details
- Series
- Tarzan
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- February 8, 1948
Tarzan #1 (1948) comic value
An ungraded copy of Tarzan #1 (1948) averages around $216. A CGC 6.0 runs about $1544, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1853.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $216 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $1,544 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,853 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded Tarzan #1?
- An ungraded copy of Tarzan #1 (1948) is currently listed with a value starting around $171.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $1465, significantly higher than the ungraded price of $171.
- What is the price difference between a Grade 6.0 and an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy sells for $1221, which is higher than the $171 price point for ungraded copies.