The most valuable comic books of the 1980s were published in the middle of two crucial ages for comic books. While wed all like to hold out hope there is a nm 9. This book series was introduced in 1935 and only ran until 1947. Thanks to the constantly growing success of superhero movies, marvel has been cashing in on the big screen versions of their comic book characters for the last decade.
Karen and william are correct, and cpg is a good online reference, yes. It is the most expensive comic book of the world ever sold as it was sold. They are willing to pay big bucks for dcs comic book. Detective comics is the american comics series that used to be published monthly by dc comics since 1937. Most comic book lovers pledge allegiance to either dc comics featuring that famous alien from krypton and aquaman, among many othersor marvel comics, which gave us the webslinging spiderman, the new mutants and patriotic captain america. Here are the 15 most expensive comic books of alltime.
My most valuable comic books 2015 edition duration. The most recent installment in the avengers franchise came out in 2018, and it should be no surprise to fans when they hear that it was the single most expensive marvel comics movie created to date. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Clicking a text link or image marked check live prices will take you to ebay. The 20 most expensive comic books ever sold da card world. American comic book series is a best comic book that was introduced in the world in 1938. Sep 07, 2014 a comic book is a publication that consists of comic art in the form of sequential juxtaposed panels that represent individual scenes. Oct 28, 2015 the 10 most valuable marvel comics in the world. Below is a list of the ten most expensive comic book sales of alltime, on a pertitle basis. Here, we list what the worlds top 10 comic books are worth in mint condition, using data from nostomania, which. And other than all of that, it definitely has one of the most memorable closing lines in comic book history. The 20 most valuable comic books ever sold john fitzsimons. It also contains the rarest comics around, especially the earliest issues.
Even though marvel books arent generally as valuable as their dc counterparts, if you happen to have a wellkept copy of any of these issues, take care of it, because it could help pay for your retirement. Here, then, are the twentyfive most valuable individual batman comic books, based on the prices as of december 2015 on the awesomely useful. With each pricing update we compute and show here the 100 most valuable comic books. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. Sep 07, 2014 this comic book is a huge deal with dc and the fans have seen it. The origins of comic books come from the 1700s in japan and 1830s in europe but they were first popularized in the 1930s in the united states.
The most expensive comic books in the world, however, will inevitably be the earliest and most historic examples of the medium. May 03, 2015 comic books have been popular since the 1930s, but it is probably safe to say that the various superheroes who have populated the pages of those books have never been more popular than they are now. Comic books are as hot a collectible commodity as there is right now, like inked gold, with prices for the most desirable titles climbing. Apr 29, 2015 10 most valuable comic book movie franchises. My most valuable comic books 2015 buy ultra pro resealable current size bags here. The most valuable comic books in the world its all just comics. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Aug 25, 2014 the golden age of comic books spanned from the late 1930s into the early 1950s and introduced most of the superhero and adventure characters that have become billiondollar brands today. The 10 bestselling comic book titles of 21st century. Our top 60 most valuable comic books published since 1992 will tell you. We use ebay to provide references to live prices of comic books. This book was the first appearance of the harbinger kids sting peter stanchek, kris, zephyr, flamingo, and torque, and in 2006 was listed as the numberone most important comic book of the 1990s by the sequart organization.
This most expensive comic published in june 1938, this is the mother of all comics. Marvels first family was and always has been the fantastic four. Comic books certainly dont sound like expensive investments to most of us, but to those who know a lot about them, they are valuable. The single most valuable punisher comic is his first appearance, in amazing spiderman 129. Action comics 1 for the first time features superman who took the whole world by storm. May 07, 2018 while 2017 and 2018 direct market comic books have been off their 2016 highs, sales remain relatively healthy the last few years. Most popular silver age comic books these are the most actively sold comic books in the marketplace graded by cgc. Jan 25, 2019 by being one of the most popular comic book characters ever, the earliest batman comic books have become increasingly valuable over the years. We hope you enjoy looking at the information as much. Ever since supermans first appearance in 1938, comic books have. During the bronze age, more comic books were produced that tackled topical issues that more mirrored the real world in lieu of the sillier and straightforward goodvsevil. Most valuable comic books of the 1980s personal finance advice. In 2015 this artwork was sold for 300 million dollars making it the second most expensive painting ever sold.
Its time to look through your old comic collection. The dates of composition of the books range from the 7thcentury quran leaf palimpsest and the early 8th century st cuthbert gospel, to a 21stcentury holograph manuscript of j. Many copies have a split in the cover at the spine, which appears to be a common printing defect. Here we have a list prepared for you about the most expensive comic books in the world. The 10 most important spiderman stories of the decade. See more ideas about most expensive comics, comics and comic books. Most valuable comic book movie franchises usa today. The original appearance of superman also, the wizard zatara started a wave of superhero comic books. Jul 23, 20 top 10 most expensive comic books duration. The 10 most expensive marvel comics movies ever made. List of most expensive books and manuscripts wikipedia. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. Since the correction, some prices have picked up again.
Top 100 variants cbsi comics cbsi comics comic book. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world business. Oct 26, 2015 without further ado, here is screen rant s list of the 10 most expensive dc comic books. Thats the most ever paid for a spiderman comic at public auction. Though spidey has starred in numerous comics, annuals, graphic novels, and nature magazines, his original run in amazing spiderman is the one fans cherish the most. Read through our picks and elt us know what youre lookign forward to in. No, most topselling titles dont match the numbers of the heydays. With ebay, you dont have to choose sides, because we have plenty of any option.
Feb 21, 2016 thats the most ever paid for a spiderman comic at public auction. However, a few eccentric buyers are hardly representative of what most comics book sellers will one day get for their old back issues. Grab your wallet, here are the most expensive books ever sold. Theyve been around for a long time, which makes them even more valuable. The 20 most expensive comic books in the world 2020.
The 10 most valuable marvel comics in the world therichest. Released in 1944, shop keepers decided not to stock it, due to its offensive cover, which featured a woman about to be attacked by hooded assailants bearing swastikas. Top 10 most expensive comic books in the world world most. For years, my biggest comic collecting regret has been that i didnt know or understand how amazing precode horror and crime books were when i was younger. Now some comics that contain first appearances from a less know characters at the time, that were not pushed had by marvel or dc, can actually get more on auction if they are in mint co. May 16, 2015 comic books have been popular since the 1930s, but the superheroes who have populated the pages of those books have never been more popular than they are now.
This listing was one of the top 3 sales for this collectibles category under comic books. Top 10 most valuable comic books of all time youtube. In addition to being the first appearance of the beloved character, batmans early detective comics appearances are notable for giving readers a rare look at a more brutal batman, willing to use deadly force and even firearms his hatred of guns, which goes handinhand with. Truly rare comic books may come along once or twice in a lifetime.
Animes priciest merch will definitely break your bank. Collectors can freely confirm how much their comic books are worth. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. The 20 most expensive comic books in the world 2020 wealthy. Here are some of the most expensive comic books that you might own. Clearly, some of these items may not, and probably do not exist in that grade.
Comic books have been popular since the 1930s, but it is probably safe to. These are the ongoing comics and miniseries were most excited about in 2015. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. As for value, i wrote up my reasoning in depth in 2015. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world. Their debut in 1961 helped to usher in a new age of superheroes but combine it with shows like lost in space, where its not just one person on an adventure, but an entire family. Moon girl and the prince comic book 2015 canton street press best comic books. Which single issue punisher comics are the most valuable. This broke the record as the most expensive known painting ever sold at a private sale.