The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. Some peg it to 1933, when the format of newsstand comic books was codified, but others place the moment in june of 1938, when superman. The episode begins with some listener feedback, followed by everyones favorite segment, russells comic brag. The man of tomorrow archives hardcover comic books for sale online. Between these three posts, this list is by far the most comprehensive list of mattinas cover art anywhere. 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. For many years each comic book issue usually had a letter column with letters commenting on an earlier issue. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Published february 1st 2005 by dc comics first published november 14th 1997. Victory by computer 1981dc comics internet archive. The action comics archives, volume 1 archive editions. The first of the popular archives volumes featuring the earliest adventures of superman.
To repeat the caveat i gave on the main 1980s page which has links to see other years within the decade, the list you are about to see involves no judgment or pricing data, but rather simply ranks the universe of d. They include more than 160 golden age and silver age comic properties currently owned by dc comics. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Dc s 1980s newsstand cover price variant window continues in this year. Even seasoned collectors may have problems attaining comics from this era. Dc reprinted these in superman archives volume one and only summarize the stories here. Attack of the micromurderer, script by cary bates, pencils by curt swan, inks by murphy anderson. One is in the permanent archives of dc comics, and the others are in the hands of. Dc comic books are returning to comic shops beginning tuesday, april 28. The first appearances of superman in his own title. The overstreet guide is a must have if you have a lot of comics, are already a collector or plan on having a lot of comics.
After a fourweek break, fans can celebrate that new superhero stories will be arriving at operating retail stores. Worlds best comic books dc archives sampler superman batman joker. New dc comic books to be available at open and operating comic book retailers. This hardcover collection is part of dc comics archive editions series. This hardcover collection includes the early superman comics that recount the golden age. 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. 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. The story of superman s life the origin of superman. Superman comics values and price guide heritage auctions.
Plus, we also hold a large and growing selection of comic strips and pulp fiction. From his perilous escape from the doomed planet krypton to his highflying adventures in metropolis and everything in between, this is a must have edition for the. An interesting fact is many of the most important superman issues arent even in his selftitled comic, but in the action comics series. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps.
Kenny bravermans high school days with clark kent are recounted, while conduit makes another attempt on clarks life in peer pressure part 2 awards. How much is the back from the dead 1993 superman comic book worth great cond. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint condition in a box along with batman 1 22 all in mint condition and he ran from the government for tax reasons, got very ill and passed away, and they are. Similar to the digital comic museum, which we wrote about last week, comic book plus contains a near inexhaustible quantity of golden and silver age comic books. Or are a fan of dc comics and want to sample their early books. Dc archive editions superman the action comics vol 1 hardcover excellent cond. Cover pencils by carmine infantino, inks by murphy anderson. Superman victory by computer 1981 dc comics radio shackus. Adventures of superman last edited by pikahyper on 121119 01. The dc archive editions book series by multiple authors includes books the plastic man archives, vol. The superman family was a dc comics comic book series which ran from 1974 to 1982 featuring primarily stories starring the supporting characters in the superman comics.
The even better news is that all the content is free and legal. As with any collectible, the true value is in what the buyer is willing to pay. The modern age is also sometimes referred to as the dark age, because gritty storylines came into vogue with both dc and marvel artists. In what follows ive chosen four titles that are worth checking out if you like spinetingling comic book tales of horror. The man of tomorrow archives hardcover comic books. First self titled series for a comic book superhero ever. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint condition in a box.
Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. Trendle with considerable input from station staff members, and developed by writer fran striker. Collectors usually refer to comic books drawn after 1985 as modern age comic books. Id say for the introduction alone this book is worth it. Dc comic book price guide price list nm comic books. Welcome to comic book plus, the site where every day is party day. They include more than 160 golden age and silver age comic properties currently owned by dc comics, regardless of whether dc comics was the original publisher. Superman has not yet obtained his famous achilles heel. Dont know when volume 2 is ever going to come out, but this one is worth getting. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. Action comics and superman comic books, specials, annuals and graphic novels 20112016 superman unchained comic books 202015 batman superman comic books 202016.
Heres a golden age dc horror comic with story featuring a character developed by the creators of superman. In fact, they are among the older and more desirable comics on the market. Action comics 1938 comic book by dc 971 issues, 1235 covers jun 1938 to may 2020. Get the best deals on superman collectible golden age comics. Dc archive editions superman hc 19892010 dc comic books. The digital download will give you instant value and pricing access to virtually ever comic ever published. Lp record and comic book, a membership card, a pin, and a secret code, all packed in a box. This is the third and final list for mattina cover art, here is the mattina dc list and the mattina alternate publisher list. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Dc announces new comic book distribution plans superman. This volume reprints various dc comics stories originally published during the golden, silver and bronze age publishing eras. What is the value of superman issue 500 back from the dead. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Unfollow dc superman comics book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The action comics archives, dc goes back to the first superman stories. Milestone, paradox press, piranha press, tangent comics, vertigo, wildstorm. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. 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. Superman volume 2 was the first ongoing superman title to take place in the revised continuity following the events depicted in the crisis on infinite earths limited series. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Its mongul and the cyborg superman against superman, superboy, supergirl, steel, the eradicator, and hal jordan in what remains of coast city.
This hardcover collection includes the early superman comics that recount the golden age adventures of the man of steel. After the crisis, the superman family of titles endured a major change in format. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Superman collectible golden age comics reprints 193855 for sale. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. The lone ranger is an american, longrunning, oldtime radio and early television show created by george w. This volume reprints the original action comics, including superman s very first appearance, but with a hitch. Dc archive editions is a line of hardcover reprint runs of early, often rare comic book series, titles, and stories. After surveying more than 2,000 stores across the u. Only lesserknown comic publishers ever used these storylines, but now even superman plots incorporate this kind of material.
Grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. We are the original and still the premier site to read and download golden and silver age comic books. I imagine the reason dc archived superman in multiple series has much to do with the initial popularity of the character with his multiple appearances, plus the fact that many of superman. Exact sales figures for the early decades of superman comic books are hard to find because, like most publishers at the time, dc comics concealed this data to deny competitors, but given the general market trends at the time, sales of action comics and superman probably peaked in the mid1940s and thereafter steadily declined. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. This is some pioneering comic book reading, featuring the first popular caped superhero. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. The first of the popular archives volumes featuring the earliest. This initial volume in the dc archives series covers some of the most important comics in history. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Please use the pagename of the issue or series as the thread title, and remember to include the page as the forum topic. This template will categorize articles that include it into category. Dc universes comic archive may be most valuable feature.
Top superman comic books comic book values comic book. Worlds finest and dc comics presents ceased publication, action comics adopted a teamup format filling the former role of dc. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Most of the restoration work to make the pages suitable for. Each month, one lucky letter writer received an award called a baldy. Many of the stories initially appeared in action comics. Theres a fair amount of debate about the beginning of the golden age of comics. While the archive at present is relatively small compared to the similar service offered by marvel unlimited, dc universe subscribers still get tremendous value for their investment.
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