Grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. How much are my comic books worth welcome to, a quick and simple guide to help you grade and identify your old comic books. If you are in the market to buy or sell a death of superman trade paperback comic book, make sure you know which version you have. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. Newstime magazine world without a superman may 1993. Later series feature the second superboy, who is a partial clone of the original superman. In 1968, topps released a test set of superman in the jungle with slightly oversized cards to the us market. Consisting of 66 cards, the set also had a 16piece puzzle that was painted by norm saunders, a hobby legend for. Superboy is the name of several american comic book series published by dc comics, featuring characters of the same name.
Like other antiques or collectibles, value is determined by how much a collector is willing to pay for the item. Silver surfer or the silver surfer, is the title of several series of comic books published by marvel comics featuring the silver surfer. This title started in 1968 and remains a fan fave, with key issues going for top dollar. Most of the early issues didnt have superman on the cover, so this comic isnt worth as much as others. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. A comic professional may ask you some followup questions like. New listing death of superman paperback comic book 1993 dc comics 1st printing. Read more about this book on our captain america comics price guide page. To get the most accurate value, you would need to know which of these you have, along with what condition the comic is in. This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early.
Mar 23, 2020 due to the recent surge of superhero movies, ive recently found the joy of comic book collecting again with about a twentyyear absence from the hobby. Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive the man of steel fights a neverending battle for truth, justice, and the american way. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comics 1993. This listing is done in the order for when a comic book issue was. Consisting of 66 cards, the set also had a 16piece puzzle that was painted by norm saunders, a hobby legend for such sets as mars attacks and civil war news. Lay out the comics so that most of the covers can be seen and snap a picture of several at once. Action comics is the comic book series that started it all. The crossover, which originated from editor mike carlin and writers dan jurgens, roger stern, louise simonson, jerry ordway, and karl kesel, began in december 1992 and lasted until october 1993. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 1956 1969. Heck, at least in the first printing, they couldnt even read the book without reducing its value, as dc polybagged the issue. Its the first comic to have superman, but its an anthology comic. Record price paid for first superman comic book voice of.
Age is perhaps the least accurate indicator of what makes a comic book desirable. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. New comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. With over a decade behind us now since that illadvised promotion was first conceptualized, i believe that all of us in the world of comics are still paying the price for the death. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. I came up with a list and began to try and track down the comics i needed.
Wondering what your old spiderman comics are worth. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc. I still had some of my original collection and began to go through them looking for what key issues i was missing. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. International convention of comic book art statler hilton hotel, new york city phil seuling hosts his first comic book convention later to be known as the comic art convention under the aegis of scarp society for comic art research and preservation, inc. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. Top superman comic books comic book values comic book. All portions of the grand comics database, except where noted otherwise, are ed by the gcd and are licensed under a creative commons attributionsharealike 4. Reports of supermans return spread rapidly, but is this really. Comic book and action figures database to organize your collection online for free with full item details, images, and current market values. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a.
From his blue uniform to his flowing red cape to the s shield on his chest, superman is one of the most immediately recognizable and beloved dc super heroes of all time. Worlds finest comics, with superman, batman and robin selling us war bonds. This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early issues of batman comics, the series which began in 1940. Heres how much your vintage comics are now worth mashable. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman.
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You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. Only the second time superman appeared on a comic book cover. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. What is the value of superman funeral for a friend answers. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated publications. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. The first three titles feature the original superboy, the legendary hero superman as a boy.
Want to know what the current value of your old comic books are. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. These days movies based on comic books have become the highest boxoffice earners. Wizard magazine published monthly also has a comic book price guide printed in the back of every issue. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. We monitor the fire hose of online comic book sales across various marketplaces and report on the sales of cgc and cbcs graded books in our comics price guide. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a friend by dc. How much is the back from the dead 1993 superman comic book worth great cond. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. This price guide has an updated edition published annually.
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Even with help from superboy, steel, supergirl, and the returning eradicator, does superman have a chance to win a battle against an enemy so powerful. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. Superman the return of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Find out how to know if you have a valuable comic book on your hands based on its age. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. The uk set is fairly common to find and is of reasonable value in recent years.
Its the tragedy that sets this hero down a dark path. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. Just how much does the value of a comic book appreciate throughout the years. All portions of the grand comics database, except where noted otherwise, are ed by the gcd and are licensed under a creative commons attributionsharealike. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. Reports of superman s return spread rapidly, but is this really. Get the best deals on modern age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Due to the recent surge of superhero movies, ive recently found the joy of comic book collecting again with about a twentyyear absence from the hobby. In america, the overstreet comic book price guide is the most used reference book for determining the value of old comics.
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