The evolution of the comic book strip type on screen i have entirely too much time on my hands. Like other antiques or collectibles, value is determined by how much a collector is willing to pay for the item. Lets talk about the very first superman comic issue in 1938. Comics in the courtroom lillian goldman law library. Use these values as a guideline for evaluating the reasonableness of dealer prices, setting up trades with other collectors, and estimating the worth of your collection. In these celebrated stories, superman is in turns the herculean champion, the lonely alien survivor, the superpowered boy scout and the soulsearching leader. Superman in the flying train is a book record set featuring superman in song and adventure with the original radio cast.
There are four basic criteria that make vintage comic books. Full page text for the key to the superman family portrait and facing page pinup of the superman family featuring superman with 23 people and animals who play key roles in the man of steel mythos. Mar 19, 2009 my grandpa has found one of his old comic books. In 1969 supergirls adventures became the lead feature in adventure comics, and she later starred in an eponymous comic book series. Superhero comics and books page 2 of 5 comic book plus. This edit will also create new pages on comic vine for. The political influence of comics in america during wwii. In this vlog, sagu history professor david onyon discusses how comic books were used as propaganda to target american children during world war ii.
The superman from outer space from another world comes hyperman, to ask his exact double, superman, to help him preserve his secret identity. Superman of earthtwo is an alternate version of the fictional superhero superman, who appears in american comic books published by dc comics. Shuster was involved in a number of legal battles over ownership of the superman character. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. His comic book career after superman was relatively unsuccessful, and by the mid1970s shuster had left the field completely due to partial blindness. Tracing the evolution of comic books by looking at the. Comic books in 1938 were definitely of a different size than they are today. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. The superman family illustration by curt swan, kurt schaffenberger, and george klein. Superman the flying train 1947 comic books 1969 or before. Here is the guide, though, for the cover dates of books so that you can make suggestions for books that actually came out in the correct month.
It took several court decisions, a 1948 trial and years of litigation before superman ultimately prevailed in 1954 when fawcett agreed to settle amidst a decision to leave the comic book business altogether. Browse marvels comprehensive list of battering ram comics. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Superman reunites with lori lemaris for the first time since college. The question is superpower toss upflying or super speed. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. However, some comic characters and books got their start in the. The evolution of the comic bookstrip type on screen.
There wasnt a tremendous amount of graded superman 48 comic books on the market recently that have sold, but the values are similar to others in this era. It is thought that there are only two existing copies. Batman was so popular that dc spun him off into his own series. The book is 16pages, full color, saddlestitched and measures 714in. The character was introduced after dc comics created earthtwo, a parallel. Michigan state university libraries special collections division reading room index to the comic art collection superman periodicals other than the u.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. Beware, you are proposing to add brand new pages to the wiki along with your edits. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 1956 1969 when you shop the largest online selection at. The narrative proceeds through the use of individual panels that represent different scene. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans.
Special collections comic book collection 19341969 bulk. Comic book magazine amazing heroes also provided a overview of superman in the. The cover features superman bending a horseshoe with an amazed blacksmith looking on. Batman 40 golden age comic book dc comics no reserve dec 1947 ebay. Get the best deal for superman comic book american comics.
Tricksy, worlds greatest stunt man humor page by henry boltinoff. A superhero also known as a super hero or superhero is a fictional character of unprecedented physical prowess dedicated to acts of derringdo in the public interest. When it comes to comic collectibles, theres a lot more to please a collector than simply the comic books themselves. 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. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. 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. The comic book price guide for great britain superman all. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Vintage batman 40 golden age comic book dc comics no. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Each index contains the title, issue number, date and description for each comic book. When the ruthless gold badge organization causes tremendous damage in the city of metrodale through the use of bombs, its leaders then turn their attention to the city of metropolis.
The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Spiderman 2099 second edition1st printing 200 mint condition frank millers ronin book 6. Ultimately there was 40 years of comics before the comic book that heralded the golden age 1938 1947 which was action comics 1, 1938, the first appearance of superman. 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. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. 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. Superboy has also appeared in various animated and liveaction television. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. The character first appeared in justice league of america vol. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world.
Episode superman comic book cover dated september action comics superman action comics, superman comic books. The book holds the distinction of being the first true, standalone. For a list of comic book supervillain debuts, see list of comic book supervillain debuts. But to be completely sure that it is real, and not a reprint, we need the full dimensions of the true original comic book. The 8 ages of comic books by alex grand comic book historians. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Superman s mermaid sweetheart, script by jerry siegel, pencils by wayne boring, inks by stan kaye.
Unfollow old superman comics to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Superman s pal jimmy olsen no 124 october 1969 comic book on. 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 100 most influential pages in comic book history. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know about the man of steel.
The adventures of superman originally aired from 1940 to 1951. Serie superman superman comicsuperman logobatman vsdc comic bookscomic book covers. There was soon a whole comic book industry creating men, women and even animals who possessed an unimaginable array of superpowers. Age is perhaps the least accurate indicator of what makes a comic book desirable. Battering ram comics battering ram comic book list marvel. If you have found rare comic books from the same era 1940s with just the title batman on the front, then you may be a little confused. The worlds largest selection of comic books, from batman and superman comic.
Many were released on cardboard or vinyl records with accompanying readalong books. Get the best deals on superman dc silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. In the initial chapter, lex luthor appears to have renounced his life of crime. The serial came to radio as a syndicated show on new york citys wor on february 12, 1940. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Joe shuster canadian comic book creator hall of fame, 2005. Back and front cover feature same classic superman art. Does any one know what the dimensions are for the first superman comic book.
Superman dc silver age comics 19561969 for sale ebay. Oct 06, 2016 ultimately there was 40 years of comics before the comic book that heralded the golden age 1938 1947 which was action comics 1, 1938, the first appearance of superman. No mention is made of superboy, even though that feature had been running for three years. Since the debut of superman in 1938 by jerry siegel and joe shuster, stories of superheroes ranging from brief episodic adventures. If youre a fan of a particular genre or character, you can collect other memorabilia such as posters and comic book figurines. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. The superman of earthone is the incarnation of superman that existed during the silver age. All portions of the grand comics database, except where noted otherwise, are ed by the gcd and are licensed under a creative commons attributionsharealike 4. Superman clark kent golden age chronology dcu guide. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. A celebration of 75 years gathers a range of stories featuring the first and greatest super hero, highlighting the many roles the man of steel has played over the decades. Subscribe to marvel unlimited to read battering ram comic lists by marvel experts. Communication between characters is usually represented with speech or word balloons.
See also list of years in comics events and publications year overall january. Flashback sequences or story entries will be followed by a flashback note. More strips will be added to this page on a regular basis. Please examine all photos carefully and judge the condition of the book for yourself. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. Ed brought his vast experience and expertise in collectibles to. Silver age comics, superman, lot of 5 books from 1960s. Superboy is the name of several fictional superheroes appearing in american comic books published by dc comics. There is a name written at the top of the first page. These characters have been featured in five superboy comic book series, along with other series, such as adventure comics and various series featuring teenage superhero groups.
However, in the late 1970s and early 1980s, he was reinvented as a crimefighter with a disguise, secret. On mutual, it was broadcast from august 31, 1942, to february 4, 1949, as a 15minute serial, running three or. See more ideas about comics, vintage comics and comic books. Im gonna divide it into sections because im guessing theres probably a character limit on single posts. Ed brought his vast experience and expertise in collectibles to heritage auctions in 2002. 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. Most copies are worth much less, but the good news is, if you have one of these truly rare comic books, then youre certainly sitting on a prized asset that any comic book collector would be envious of. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when. The secret of superman s home starring superman and hatchet kaims, script by edmond hamilton, pencils by wayne boring, inks by stan kaye. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. See our superman comic books article for more details.
Comic book realm use our database to track your comic. Alvin schwartz used the name vernon woodrum when working in comics. Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other comic. Silver age comic that is complete wit no rips or cut outs. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Batman 215 september 1969 issue dc comics grade by viewobscura.
The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice. A comic book is a magazine made of pictorial elements that tell a story. The origins of superman about the comics real or imagined, the heroes lived. The 8 ages of comic books by alex grand comic book. Sandor sandor, genius superman written by alvin schwartz 3. For the 30th anniversary of superman issue dc makes this one an 80 page giant g48 with 7 classic tales from the past.