Rare 1938 comic books

This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books. I want to share something of historical importance and extremely and i do mean extremely rare. Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 1938 1956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Some strict collectors consider the era finished by 1950. This also means the end of italian comics magazine jumbo. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the. An inventors time machine takes him, clark kent, lois lane, perry white, and a mobster to the distant past, where the crook assumes the identity of stoneman and tries to control a tribe of cavemen. Rare comic books with superman, batman debuts go to auction. The back page of the comic book features images of premiums available from the lone ranger. Typically within that time frame, superhero comics hold the most value, with first appearance or origin issues being the most sought after. From a comic telling the adventures of an amputee woman to another one featuring aliens against the leather nun, meet ten of the most rare comic books ever.

The golden age describes an era in the creation of comic books published between the years of 1938 and 1955. This was the first western comic devoted to a single character. In 1938, the introduction of superman turned comic books into the major industry it is today. This rare comic featured several stories, including captain jim of the texas rangers. Rare comic books with superman, batman debuts go to. Though considerably more recent than the collecting of postage stamps or books bibliophilia, it has a major following around the world today and is partially responsible for the increased interest in comics after the temporary slump experienced during the 1980s. Guide to the comic book and graphic novel collection, 1938. These days movies based on comic books have become the highest boxoffice earners.

Ed brought his vast experience and expertise in collectibles to heritage auctions in 2002. Truly rare comic books may come along once or twice in a lifetime. It was a promotional comic book representing the lone ranger ice cream cones. Action 1 1938 with a mexican flare golden age comic. The first modern 20thcentury printed comic book was issued in 1933. Some of the most poignant elements of popular culture originate in comic form, from hollywoods current obsession with superheroes, to the ever useful bechdel test for measuring how well a cultural product does at representing women.

That book was famous funnies, a 36page comic derived from early newspaper strips. Unfollow rare comic books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Rare copy of supermans 1938 comicbook sells for nearly. I liked the book very much since im a book collector and found the pursuit a lot of fun and did indeed find rare books in the most unlikely places. Supermans first ever appearence that was written in 1938. Subsequently, for some 20 years, ed owned his own commercial art firm in chicago, acquiring, trading, and selling world class collections of american photography, illustration art, and vintage comic books. Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 19381956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. Comics that have the most collectible value are those published between 1938 and 1979. Among all of the worldwide categories of collecting, comic books are relatively new. A rare 1938 superman comic book was put on the block nov. Rare superman comic found in a house wall goes up for auction. The comic book is among those owned by attorney john berk to be auctioned on may 15. This rare comic book price guide presents the latest value of rare comics based on the average valuation of the most reputable comic book price catalogs in the business. Check out this list of items to give you an idea if your comic book might be worth anything.

Comic books for sale at online auction bid to buy comic. These are the years when comics were considered a new and exciting form of art. Comic books are an enduring art form which stretches back hundreds, if not thousands of years depending on what you count as a comic. If youve stumbled across a find of vintage comic books and recognize one or more of the ones on this page, then stop whatever youre doing and contact us immediately for a free comic book appraisal. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. Rare superman comic found in a house wall goes up for.

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. The 20 most valuable books you might have at home daily. Apr 10, 2017 comic books are an enduring art form which stretches back hundreds, if not thousands of years depending on what you count as a comic. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. Grades are given by the comic book certification service, also known as the cbcs. Of the,000 copies of the comic sold on the newsstand in 1938, only about 100 remain. Comic book collecting is a hobby that treats comic books and related items as collectibles or artwork to be sought after and preserved. Nov 30, 2011 a rare 1938 superman comic book was put on the block nov.

I wasnt sure where to put this and i really dont post here that much let alone the ga section. Comic books and graphic novels, 1938 2012 collection overview over 350 titles of domestic and international comics and graphic novels, as well as some related items, from publishers including dcvertigo, abstract studio, oni press, marvel, fantagraphics, and many more. Dec 23, 2018 the grade of a comic book is how good or bad its condition is. Rare comic books price guide, valuable, expensive, world. For avid comic book collectors and enthusiasts, you will find below the list of the top 25 rare comic books in the world. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age began. Top 10 most valuable comic books of all time youtube. Comic books and graphic novels, 19382012 collection overview over 350 titles of domestic and international comics and graphic novels, as well as some related items, from publishers including dcvertigo, abstract studio, oni press, marvel, fantagraphics, and many more. Get the best deals on collectible comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Browse listings in comic books golden age 193855 hipcomic. I went to the rose bowl swat meet almost every sunday and one dealer had a set3 v. Action 1 1938 with a mexican flare golden age comic books.

This new interest in the characters has sparked higher comic book sales and increased the prices of the rare. A comic book that is torn up, well read, or bent is worth far less than a comic book that is in pristine condition. In fascist italy the importation and translation of all american and british comic books, except for the far too popular mickey mouse is outlawed. Apr 10, 2014 rare 1st comic 1938 lone ranger ice cream comic. Rare and vintage comic books for collectors and fans. Today, comic books are graded in popularity by their ages. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world today. At one time, only kids were interested in reading them for entertainment. Anybody know what comic book is the most rare and valuable. Browse listings in comic books platinum age pre1938.