Sanders auctions can obtain up to this amount or more for you. Creativity defined as the aesthetic of the art usually refers to the cover if not the interiors of a comic book. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. It was published by archie comics between 1940 through 1987. Some collectors choose to sell multiple comic books. According to the new york post, it originally cost only 10 cents. Comic book appraisals online expert appraisals in 24hours. Most of them are mint condition never been opened, and some in near mint condition. These records are from an impartial 3rd party source gp analysis. We follow a strict set of guidelines in order to deliver the best possible comic book values. The appeal of the comic book the messy artist blogs medium. Thats the sound of comic book excitement coming to life and ebay has all the brands, genres and issues any fanboy or. Archies girls betty and veronica comics price guide. The younger a comic, the less likely the book will increase in value significantly from restoration.
We break down the archie series for the first 100 issues, plus spinoffs, annuals and christmas specials. For the last 25 years we have been involved in numerous insurance, estate, irs and disbursement appraisals for comic books, original comic art, original newspaper strip art and animation art. Well known to book collectors and booklovers, our site is an excellent resource for discovering a rough value of an old book. One option you have is to purchase an overstreet comic book price guide. If you are unsure what the title is, look at the indicia small block of text inside front or rear cover. Again, this is very different than the emotional, nostalgic or aesthetic appeal that initially drew one to the art. The typical increase in residential property value was about 6% in sedgwick county this year, according to the countys annual real estate mass appraisal report.
Liberated hopes to appeal to both comic book readers and. Some of the main characters featured in the series include the comet, archie andrews and the shield, the first comic book character to display a united states. Louis, mo our company has sat well over 600 world record prices selling vintage comic books at auction. Sometimes, multiple issues of a series are collected into one volume. Therefore, one of the most accurate appraisal methods is to research the selling prices of similar items. Printed images and the comic book mediums unique presentation of. The 42nd edition includes all new insights and features and along with the most comprehensive listing of comics, all new entries in the. Grade, rarity, and appeal of your issues are a few factors that will impact the selling price. If you do not want a formal appraisal, here is a list of price guides and books on collectibles that you might find helpful. Comic book valuations online expert valuations in 24hours. The script is by malcolm ater and the art by jack sparling. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995.
Get a free comic book appraisal, or sell comic books for top dollar. Checklist for collectors logo at bottom checklist for collectors logo at top. Morris cerullo world evangelist 2017 trade paperback. Comic book appraisal has been the foremost source for formal appraisals for comic books, original comic art, original newspaper strip art, animation art and original illustration art, for over 25 years. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. Or read our free, online comic book price guides, focusing on each character, to determine their current market value.
Its universal appeal was due to so many popular characters appearing at once. Why comic books are more radical than you think bbc culture. Sell my comic books offers free comic book appraisals. This list is for comics printed in a traditional book format paperback or hardcover, typically with a similar number of pages as novels. The price guide also contains detailed written descriptions of all of the grades. Upon completion of the book, ater, also head of the company, met his cia connection in a washington, d. Comic book appraisal what is your comic book worth. If you live in new york and youre looking to sell your comic books, look no further than sparkle city comics. The most important comic book in the history of comic books. Indeed, a huge part of the appeal of many characters and story arcs in the medium is just how easily one can personally relate to them. Locate the book in the list of books you might need to change the drop list to go to another page.
When more than one comic is offered in a particular listing, the entire sale is disregarded. A comic book or pamphlet is the traditional periodical form most people are familiar with. From comic book burnings to the arrival of the comics code. We make every possible effort to only report on the price paid for individual comics. Soon to be known as the first comic strip, the publication focused on current news and affairs in glasgow, scotland. Can i ask the specialist a question about the value of comic books. Pep comics was a comic book series that began during the golden age of comic books. Why you should trust collectibles investment group to appraise. We buy and sell millions of dollars worth of comic books each year for one main reason people love working with us. Use the form on this page to send us details, and well tell you what your comic book is worth. This applies mainly to silver age comics, as noted earlier.
Their experts have a lot of experience at valuing old and new comic books alike, including those published by dc, marvel, and idw, to name but a few, and are more than capable of helping people organize, identify, and. It lists every comic with prices for 6 of the major grades. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. We pride ourselves on providing the best customer service and the best experience possible. Sell my comic books will give you a free comic book appraisal. With over 40 years experience dealing with the comic industry we are in a great position to help you determine the value of your collect including estate. This gives you the control as to how and when you sell your comic book collection. In the example above carnage part one is not part of the title. There may be fewer than 100 of these comic books still in existence, and its incredibly rare to find one in pristine condition. Comic appraisals comics4kids inc comic book reading. A series is also sometimes called a title, which refers to the entire series, not a single, discrete unit. The true price of a comic book is the price someone is willing to pay, no more no less.
Be careful, though, as the more whistles you add to your auction, the more it costs. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to the largest, most complete comic book price guide with well over 1,000,000 comics in our database. Our comics expert started off in comic retail with stateside comics in 1989 and soon worked his way up to general manager. Second edition 2000 jeff ellinport, collecting original comic strip art 1999 alex g. We guarantee your comic book appraisal within 48 hours on weekdays, but most often it is faster. This is considered the bible of comic book collectors. Hoping to reach out to both comic book lovers and gamers out there, liberated was created with both communities in mind.
The best place for the individual to sell is through an auction site, such as ebay. Collectors, dealers, financial institutions, museums, attorneys, galleries and the irs have availed themselves of our services for establishing. All you need is an account with them and youre good to go. How to get the most for your comic book collection liveabout.
Whether you enjoy attending comic book show and events, visiting collectible comic book stores or browsing garage sales in hopes of finding a pristine comic from years past, collecting comic books is a hobby that you can enjoy alone or one that the entire family can. Eye appeal is somewhat reduced because of slight surface wear and the accumulation of small. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues. Comic book appraisals and staying aware of the comic book market trends, keeps you informed about the value of your collection. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. This is not an exact science because every sale will be different, from comic book condition to current market conditions. The comic was developed by the commercial comic book company, the largest american provider of educational comics. I want to pay for a proper appraisal for my comic book collection, which is in sixteen airtight containers. If youre ready to sell your valuable comic book collection, then please consider contacting the collectibles investment group so you can get a fair and free evaluation. It wasnt until almost a century later that the term superhero was first used in 1917 and featured heavily in the golden age of comic books during the 1930s. One piece is the bestselling comic by a single author and the bestselling manga of all time, having sold the most collected comic book volumes. Armed with this knowledge and a good understanding of the market, you should be able to make an informed decision about restoration.
A comic book can stand on its own or be a part of a series. This takes many factors into account, such as the grade, as mentioned before, the rarity, age, and appeal of the comic book. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. The developers understood that there was a certain novelty with the concept and spent countless hours trying to capture the comic book feeling while bringing exciting and thrilling gameplay to audiences. Grading services comic book appraisals by overstreet advisors. Rather than appeal further, fawcett just stopped publishing superhero comics. Click on the title to access free grading sheet and checklists. Appraisals billy ireland cartoon library and museumbilly. Theres a good reason the overstreet comic book price guide has been the definitive guide for collectors and dealers alike since 1970. The 100 most influential pages in comic book history vulture. The majority of comics people find in their attic or basement, at an auction, storage unit, or. The overstreet comic book price guide, 42nd edition. Trading as mighty world of comics, he cut his teeth on the show circuit and quickly built up his business.
By delivering the weekly list of new releases, along with news concerning current and future products available in local and online comic book shops, we enable consumers to meet their goals more effectively. I have comics from the silver and bronze age and the 70s to modern age as well. In addition to being the preeminent source of comic book pricing information, it features a ton of other data as well. Whether you are an avid comic collector, a repeat offender one who once collected but fell by the wayside, are new to the industry, or someone who came across some old comics, welcome to the world of comics. Where to get your comic books appraised sparkle city comics.
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