What was the first american novel to sell one million copies. Worlds most expensive superman comic just sold for. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold. This list includes comic books that have sold at least 100 million copies. The first bid, three minutes into the auction that began on aug. Rare comic showing supermans first appearance expected to. Jamess story, which found its first readers as a piece of twilightinspired fan fiction, took just 11 weeks to pass the million marker it has now sold 1,162,637 copies, according to book.
What was the first american novel to sell one million. Aug 25, 2014 a rare, nearly flawless copy of supermans comicbook debut has sold for a superpowered price. Heres a quick recap of the 20 most expensive comic books in the world. Created by american writer jerry siegel and illustrated by canadian artist, joe shuster, he was our first flying superhero. This page provides lists of bestselling comic book series to date. Working with a dealer or being able to assess a collections physical condition can be a good way to get the best deal, especially if youre willing to be patient. The book was auctioned by highend comic collectible auction house comic connect, which has now sold 4. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. The comic book was sold in an auction held on monday, february 22nd by comic connect, who said that the. Feb 28, 2010 the idea hit me last week after a 1938 action comics no. The first issue of both avengers and xmen fetched record prices at a highly anticpated auction of highgrade silver age comics held by heritage auctions on july 26 xmen no. Two different comics have sold for one million dollars recently and even lower grades of this comic book sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars.
A rare, nearly flawless copy of supermans comicbook debut has sold for a superpowered price. While sites like ebay or sell my comic books can be good, you might be able to get a slightly better deal in person. The long, cool journey of a recordsetting comic updated collector darren adams, with his rarest of comic books, in his washington. A wellpreserved copy of the comic that first featured superman is heading for auction.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The series are listed according to the highest sales estimates as reported in reliable sources. Fifty shades of grey is fastest adult novel to sell one. The red badge of courage gone with the wind uncle toms cabin tom sawyer skip question ask a friend. They are separated because the sales figures of these publication formats are not directly.
The long, cool journey of a recordsetting comic updated collector darren adams, with. Its rare to find a nearmint condition of marvel comics first comic book, aptly named marvel comics 1. Most manga series first appear in manga magazines, before later being sold. Comic book containing supermans debut sold for nearly one million. As fans throng to new york comic con, these comic books sell. The comic book auction house sold the piece for the mindboggling price on monday, but this is not the first time they auctioned off such precious items. The 20 most expensive comic books ever sold da card world. This makes it the one item that serious golden age collectors must have. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. Common categories of collectibles include antiques, toys. Free grading, free listings on and on ebay, no hidden fees. Collection of every dc comic to hit sothebys auction block.
List of most expensive books and manuscripts wikipedia. If any of these items are sitting in your attic, you could make a lot of money. Todd mcfarlane, creator of the book spawn, has the record for highest selling book of all time. Even firstedition harry potter books are now selling in the sixfigures, and they were produced within most of our lifetimes. The comic featured supermans debut and it originally sold for only 10 cents.
Rare avengers, xmen first issues sell for record prices. It includes japanese manga, american comic books, and european comics. Nicolas cage s nearlypristine copy of action comics no. Before spiderman became the star of multiple comic books. There are three separate lists, for three different comic book publication formats.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. The companys publications unit, which is based in new york, produces about 50 comicbook titles a month under the marvel name, with a circulation of 7. The red badge of courage gone with the wind uncle toms cabin tom sawyer skip. The first marvel comic book ever printed, has sold for more than a million dollars, making it the most valuable marvel comic ever sold at public. The majority of comics people find in their attic or basement, at an auction, storage unit, or garage sale are published by marvel or dc. A rare copy of the first comic book featuring superman has sold for nearly. Aug 25, 2014 a pristine edition of action comics no. Or read our free, online comic book price guides, focusing on each character, to determine their current market value.
Breaking the two million dollar mark with its astounding cgc rating of 9. As fans throng to new york comic con, these comic books. Aug 25, 2014 the first bid, three minutes into the auction that began on aug. The idea hit me last week after a 1938 action comics no. Jul 26, 2012 the first issue of both avengers and xmen fetched record prices at a highly anticpated auction of highgrade silver age comics held by heritage auctions on july 26 xmen no. The 1938 edition of action comics no1 was sold by a private. 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.
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