In 2014, a pristine issue of the 1938 comic, with its original price of 10 cents still. Rare superman comic found in a house wall goes up for. Dc comics, created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in 1932. We use ebay to provide references to live prices of comic books. I thought the cover meant they reproduced the entire comic and all the stories from the cover included. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman.
From a time when comic continuity was far less important than it is today, this more. Below are the most valuable comic books published since 1992. You can now read the worlds most expensive comic book online. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Strips 1966, 19391942 siegel, jerry, shuster, joe on.
Mar 23, 2016 lets talk about the very first superman comic issue in 1938. Reprints first appearance of superman back in june, 1938. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. It features the first appearance of several comic book heroesmost notably. First appearance of superman, rare millennium edition. Scientific explanation of supermans amazing strength. It was lowther who first provided many nowfamiliar details of supermans birth and early life. Mayer found the rejected superman comic strips, and sullivan told siegel and shuster that if they could paste them. Comic books in 1938 were definitely of a different size than they are today. The seller is comicmom and is located in san jose, california. 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. A small girl in a push chair modeled on a horsedrawn carriage, out for a. Comic is complete with cover and all pages attached.
In 1899 a funny folks comic book came out, taking a close first stab at a format for many platinum age comic. Dec 04, 2018 the inaugural issue of action comics marked the first appearance of superman and helped kick off the superhero genre. In 1933, siegel read a 48page blackand white comic book titled dan dunn. Wizard superman tribute edition 1993 superman 1980 edited by dean ball the greatest superman stories ever told 1987 the great superman book by michael j. This item is in the category collectibles\comics\original comic art\drawings, sketches. The reign of the superman january 1933 is a short story written by jerry siegel and illustrated by joe shuster. Book is a former library book and has library stickers andor markings on or inside the front or back cover andor spine and may not have a dust jacket if hardcover. After being hidden away for years, a copy of the original action comics no.
See more ideas about superman, superhero and dc comics. Superman is also featured in a onepage public service announcement, be a good citizen. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Get the best deals on superman golden age comics 19381955 when you shop the. Second original comic book tarzan story with cover and interior art by jesse mace marsh.
One page origin of superman although krypton isnt mentioned by name, supermans place of origin is given as a distant. It looks like a real comic and can be read papge by page. These files will help new and old readers understand whats happening to the man of steel. Back cover features the first pinup of superman with is also the 1st ever pinup page to appear in a comic book. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold. In 1899 a funny folks comic book came out, taking a close first stab at a format for many platinum age comic books. In the millennium edition reprint, this untitled story is given the title of superman champion of the oppressed. It was lowther who first provided many nowfamiliar details of superman s birth and early life. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted.
I use the gemini comic book shippers to ensure your comics get to you safe. This comic features not only the first appearance of superman, clark kent and lois lane, but this. Superman comic image by marcus kelligrew on jerry ordway. Feb 26, 2009 after being hidden away for years, a copy of the original action comics no. A reprint of the first ever appearance of the man of steel, superman. This comic book is also the first featuring a superhero, and is considered to be the most valuable comic in the world. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. This book is the first novelization of a comic book character, and also the first superman story credited to someone other than jerry siegel. Bidding ended sunday evening, with 48 bids received. In 2014, a pristine issue of the 1938 comic, with its original price of 10. See more ideas about superman, comic book covers and comic covers.
Sixty years of the worlds favorite comic book heroes by les daniels 1995. Unrestored copy of first superman comic book for sale cnn. 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. More information about this seller contact this seller 28. Article with photos and biographies of jerry siegel and joe shuster. Clicking a text link or image marked check live prices will take you to ebay.
One page origin of superman although krypton isnt mentioned by name, superman s place of origin is given as a distant. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Supergirl discovers why superman has begun to act evil at random intervals, and it all goes back to before krypton exploded. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Perhaps the hottest collectible comic book in recent years has been the first appearance of the incredible hulk in this 1962 comic book by stan lee and jack kirby.
It was the writerartist duos first published use of the name superman, which. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Mar 19, 2009 comic books in 1938 were definitely of a different size than they are today. This comic book starts what is now called the platinum age of comics. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. This was one month after a 1 shot superman comic book was put together it sold 900,000 via three print runs. But the main problem is action comics 1 from 1938, for superman did not get his own title until 1939, has been reprinted many times in different formats, hence those seriously vary by size as well. Lets talk about the very first superman comic issue in 1938. Value of 1st superman comic book september 26, 2016 screencrush editor, comicbook lover, and undiagnosed masochist matt singer is systematically watching every single american comicbook movie ever made in the order in which they were released. The inaugural issue of action comics marked the first appearance of superman and helped kick off the superhero genre.
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