In 1938, the introduction of superman turned comic books into the major industry it is today. Comic books for sale at online auction bid to buy comic. Nicolas cages nearlypristine copy of action comics no. Sun 195255 75 issues between 197360 incl xmas 1953, 1954, 1955 starring billy the kid, robin hood and dick turpin. If any of these items are sitting in your attic, you could make a lot of money. Slabbed and graded comics from the gold, silver, platinum, bronze, and modern. Vtg framed litho print by trish romance 1985 sleigh ride. The idea hit me last week after a 1938 action comics no. Recent sales of this historic comic have shocked the world with incredible record prices, and the news media has. It aired on abc from 1974 to 1978, after three television movies aired in 1973. That book was famous funnies, a 36page comic derived from early newspaper strips. Though it sold just a touch under the lower estimate, a copy of the 1938 launch issue of beano was the top lot in a comic book auctions 19% buyers premium timed auction of march 3 held on. It has been called the worlds most coveted comic book.
This series of six million dollar man comic books is based on the television series about a former astronaut with bionic implants working for the osi office of scientific intelligence. Collector of rare comic books in chicago for c2e2 marc vitali february 27, 2020 7. Many of the comic books are certified and encapsulated by cgc and all lots include full. The show was based on the novel cyborg by martin caidin. Barry is an advisor to the overstreet comic book price guide. Comic book containing supermans debut sold for nearly one. Breaking the two million dollar mark with its astounding cgc rating of 9. Japanese premagna is considered the earliest form of comics, an art form that gained wide appeal in the 50s and is a. Million dollar auctions videos on discovery channel. This fastpaced, thrilling auction series features one of americas premiere auction companies morphy auctions located near adamstown, the antique capital of america. We would like to talk to you about selling your collection. The first modern 20thcentury printed comic book was issued in 1933. We are all in this together please be supportive, safe and prudent during this unprecedented public health crisis.
The 20 most expensive comic books ever sold da card world. A rare copy of the first comic book featuring superman sold for one million us dollars, smashing the previous record price for a comic book. Superman comic sells for a million dollars the independent. Ending soonest newly listed least bids most bids lowest price highest price. Starts at 12am sat couch collectables online auction. Oct 22, 20 this fastpaced, thrilling auction series features one of americas premiere auction companies morphy auctions located near adamstown, the antique capital of america. This week on mda, meet dan morphy and his family business, morphy auctions. Comics began in 18th century japan and various regions of europe, long before superman made his premiere on childrens comic books in the 20th century. Bid live on lot 119 in the comic books auction from comic book auctions ltd cookies help us deliver our services.
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The cobracontrolled six million dollar man clutches hawk and the joes in his indomitable grip while scarlett and her team continue an impossible ascent to cobra commanders throne room. We also have our comic book, comics memorabilia, and comic book art auctions, presented weekly only online, and bidding is taken only through our website. The first bid, three minutes into the auction that began on aug. Spare room holds milliondollar comic book collection wired. This is another top character known throughout the world and is one comic book that many strive to have as the pinnacle of their collection.
The book was auctioned by highend comic collectible auction house comic connect, which has now sold 4 of the 5 comic books to break the million dollar mark. Dont miss the season premiere of antiques roadshow on jan 4th at 87c on pbs. Million dollar comic book found in storage unit auctions. Comic book men is set inside jay and silent bobs secret stash in red bank, new jersey. Net provides detailed descriptions, pictures, and directions to local estate sales, tag sales, and auctions in your area. The comic also sets the stage for supermans home planet of krypton. I just wanted to elaborate a bit further on the reasoning behind the race distance of 600km for the 2020 race.
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