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The centerfold was detached, but overall it was in nice looking condition. During the early years of comics, the covers did not. The dailies dc comic 3 tpb lot 1939 1942 run this is a lot of superman. We created this guide to help the many people who call us asking how much are my comic books. First self titled series for a comic book superhero ever. We buy everything from large collections and estates to individual high value golden age and silver age books and everything in between. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. 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.
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Obviously, the first thing anyone saw at a newsstand looking for a comic book was the cover. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Search comic price guide browse by publisher new comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book.
For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. A facsimile edition was released in 1995 by applewood books, with a new introduction by roger stern this book is the first novelization of a comic book character, and also the first superman. Fantastic collection of superman s strips from 1939 1942. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Wonder woman original appeared in sensation comics. How much are my comic books worth welcome to, a quick and simple guide to help you grade and identify your old comic books. The supply of particular old comic books is important to figuring value as well. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. The adventures of superman is a novel by george lowther. Record price paid for first superman comic book voice of. 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.
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