Here is a list of the most expensive comic books in the world. The 10 most expensive comic books of alltime allen lee 1 year ago there is a lot of interest in comic books, which in turn, means that comic books with either historical value or some other kind of significance can fetch considerable sums when sold to interested individuals. Action comics 1 for the first time features superman who took the whole world by storm. May 1939 although detective comics is the longest continuously published comic book in us history, the most iconic issue, and most valuable single comic of all. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Here, we list what the worlds top 10 comic books are worth in mint condition, using data from nostomania, which. Here, then, are the twentyfive most valuable individual batman comic books, based on the prices as of december 2015 on the awesomely useful.
The worlds most expensive comic book art and why prices. The third issue of suspense comicsa shortlived horrorthriller titlebecame the most valuable nonsuperhero comic book ever when a. Heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only a dime. With each pricing update we compute and show here the 100 most valuable comic books. One, its the issue right after spidey got his own book. The most expensive comic books ever sold completeset. Aug 12, 2018 this book is consistently sought after by collectors as it is considered the true first marvel comic book of all time. The most expensive comic book in the world youtube.
Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 19381956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. Top five most expensive original us comic art sold at auction as of 2020. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Many movies based on comic book heroes have been among the highest box office earners. Without further ado, here is screen rant s list of the 10 most expensive dc comic books. Oct 28, 2015 the 10 most valuable marvel comics in the world. Here we have a list prepared for you about the most expensive comic books in the world. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Top 10 most expensive comic books in the world world most. From a comic book with the first appearance of superman to someone selling the crypt above marilyn monroes final resting place, we take a look at. This is also one of the most sought after comic book, as it is merely a reprint of supermans first four strips. Oct 26, 2015 without further ado, here is screen rant s list of the 10 most expensive dc comic books. Just be ready to spend at least 567k for it if you find a near mint copy. The ongoing comic book series was created by stan lee and jack kirby in 1962.
May 1939 although detective comics is the longest continuously published comic book in us history. Slide 1 of 7 hot toys hulkbuster hot toys limited is a hong kong manufacturer of highly detailed action figures. This was the most expensive book ever sold when it. So, you want to know what the holy grails are from the 90s. Feb 21, 2016 below is a list of the ten most expensive comic book sales of alltime, on a pertitle basis.
Slide 1 of 7 hot toys hulkbuster hot toys limited is a hong kong manufacturer of. I dont know whats more rare, seeing a highend copy of one of these books or any one of them actually going up for sale. 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. Worlds most expensive superman comic just sold for. The incredible hulk, issue 1, is the 10th most expensive comic book ever sold. Below is a list of the ten most expensive comic book sales of alltime, on a pertitle basis. The first appearance of the dark knight from 1939, created by bob kane and bill finger, is a book all comic book lovers would want to own.
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. American comic book series is a best comic book that was introduced in the world in 1938. It is the most expensive comic book of the world ever sold as it was sold. Scroll down to read about seven of the most expensive marvel toys on the market. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world business. By being one of the most popular comic book characters ever, the earliest batman comic books have become increasingly valuable over the years. Feb 27, 2020 here are the most expensive comic books seen on pawn stars. 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. Guided by professor xavier, these five made up the first team of young mutants and anchored this one as a landmark issue. The 5 most valuable comic books from the 1990s comicon. However, instead of ending the comic book so soon, peter parker, the science guy, concocts some chemicals to fuse ocks metal arms. The 10 most valuable marvel comics in the world therichest. Muhammad ali in pawn stars 15th season, a guy named david brings in a copy of the dc comic superman vs.
Apr 15, 2018 the incredible hulk, issue 1, is the 10th most expensive comic book ever sold. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Most comic book lovers pledge allegiance to either dc comicsfeaturing 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. We include new 20192020 record sales and minimum values. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age began. Dec 12, 2019 heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only a dime. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. Jan 16, 2019 scroll down to read about seven of the most expensive marvel toys on the market. The most expensive comic books in the world, however, will inevitably be the earliest and most historic examples of the medium. The 20 most expensive comic books ever sold da card world. In this issue, a brand new superhero emerges, that goes by the name of barry allen, or the silver age flash.
The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world. With ebay, you dont have to choose sides, because we have plenty of any option. After that sale, heritage notes, many experts had speculated that it could be many years before that 2018 record, which had nearly tripled the. Heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only. The 20 most expensive comic books in the world 2020. Clearly, some of these items may not, and probably do not exist in that grade. The 10 most expensive comicbooks ever movies empire. The 10 most expensive comic books of alltime money inc. His character proved to be a big success which led to his own title shortly after. Here are the most expensive comic books seen on pawn stars. While wed all like to hold out hope there is a nm 9. 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. The worlds most expensive comic book art and why prices keep climbing action comics no.
The auction broke several records, including the most expensive marvel comic ever sold at public auction, equally making a record at the auction house. Aug 14, 2015 from a comic book with the first appearance of superman to someone selling the crypt above marilyn monroes final resting place, we take a look at 10 of the most expensive ebay auctions in history. This is the secondyoungest comic book on this list, being only a year older than the number next most expensive comic in the world. The dates of composition of the books range from the 7thcentury quran leaf palimpsest and the early 8th century. Which are the 100 most valuable comic books from the golden age. This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the. Collectors can freely confirm how much their comic books are worth. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world today. This book is consistently sought after by collectors as it is considered the true first marvel comic book of all time.
Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. So, you want to know what the holy grails are from the 90s when it comes to comic books. 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. Debuting in the issue are angel, beast, cyclops, iceman, and marvel girl. The books on this list are like a total solar eclipse in that they only appear every now and then. Mar 05, 2018 the 5 most valuable comic books from the 1990s. What is the most expensive us comic book art sold at auction. Ever since supermans first appearance in 1938, comic books have. List of most expensive books and manuscripts wikipedia.
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