In 1987 superman was relaunched, first with the miniseries man of steel and then with superman 1987 series. Rare obtained in person at the 1976 san diego comic con, original superman 1938 print 8. Even seasoned collectors may have problems attaining comics from this era. Comic books that feature the first appearance or return of a character are particularly valuable. During its evolution from a funnies comic into a superhero title, via the transitional title new adventure comics, this dc title became very popular with buyers at the time. Ive also posted more lists of key comic books by year including other decades. Not as rare as some of the old comics showcased here, the revamped. In this educational video we look at the most valuable rare comic books worth money. Rare superman, batman and flash comic books going on auction.
The 1938 comic book marks the first appearance of superman, and is considered a gem among comic book fans. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world today. This one is likely to be controversial because there are a few htf superman 1987 series issues to pick from. Mar 30, 2020 today sotheby announced that is will auction dc complete. Those rare whitman variants include action 508, batman 324, dccp 22, superman 348, losh 264, flash 286, jla 179, superboy 6, etc.
Superman superman original opened comic book hero action. Aug 28, 2014 on sunday, august 24th, comic book lovers across the world watched with abated breath to what avid collectors would pay for a rare superman comic book. It has not been restored and is as we found it after grandfather passed. Any form of weathering or damage, including writing, will lower the value of a comic book. However, i personally have never seen this one for sale online or in the wild. Cover is separated from pages and has some pencil marks. We are always interested in buying comic book collections and original comic book art. Ongoing titles featuring superman in a starring role action comics. Rare superman comic found in a house wall goes up for. The comic store is then able to sell that rare variant at an inflated price thanks to its collector appeal. This is the third article in our series, following from most valuable golden age comics and most valuable silver age comics here are the key issues to look for when youre at garage sales yes, they do turn up. Rare comic books with superman, batman debuts go to auction. The price sets a new benchmark for a comic book sale on ebay, and.
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A rare vintage comic book featuring one of supermans first adventures. Rare comic books online, secure pay pal check out, rare. The ian levine collection, a comic book collection that includes every comic book published by dc comics from 1935 through 2016, including. In fact, they are among the older and more desirable comics on the market. Jun, 20 while the rarity makes them precious, according to stephen fisher, ceo of, which conducted the auction, the comic book s value also stems from the fact that superman was the first fictional character with magical powers, helping pave the wave for creation of future superheroes. Sothebys selling most complete dc comics collection ever. Heritage auctions in chicago is selling the comic, which first went on sale on 18.
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The ian levine collection, an exclusive private sale offering of every comic book released by american publisher dc comics from 1935 2016, including complete runs of superman, batman, action comics, and detective comics. Jan 25, 2019 this 1941 comic was the second issue of dc comics then called nationals book that contained both superman and batman stories in it. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age began. Rare versions are often sold on ebay, or other auction houses during the year as well. Its the first comic to have superman, but its an anthology comic. Death of superman comic book value price guide posted on by comics watcher 19 comments v chances are you stumbled upon this article looking for the value of the death of superman comic book you have or are interested in buyingselling. New york, 30 march 2020 sothebys is pleased to announce that we will offer dc complete.
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A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. The comic book is among those owned by hartford, conn. A rare copy of action comics no 1 containing superman s very first appearance in print is going under the hammer. Superworld comics buying and selling comic books, free. Action comics is the comic book series that started it all. Published on feb 20, 2018 here are some of the rare comic books that we have found so far in the hoarder house. This was the first issue of the series to be titled worlds finest comics, the title it would retain for the next 45 years. On sunday, august 24th, comic book lovers across the world watched with abated breath to what avid collectors would pay for a rare superman comic book. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Aug 25, 2014 the most valuable comic books of all time.
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