Archive for the Comic Book Basics Category


Detective Comics #27 Sells for Over $1 Million

What a February it has been. 2 Comics and over $2 million realized. Yes, you heard it correct. What recession? Earlier this month and Action Comics #1 sold for $1 million and now, on February 25th, a CGC 8.0 copy of Detective Comics #27, the first Batman, sold for $1,075,000.00 – truly amazing. The comic […]

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Action Comics #1 – The Million Dollar Comic Book

Well comic book fans, it’s been done. A comic book that sold for a mere 10 cents on the newsstand has sold for $1 million. Yes that is correct, 1 Million Dollars. The book in question is a CGC 8.0 copy of Action Comics #1, the first appearance of Superman. The book was sold through […]

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What’s in a Name? The Effect of an Artist on Comic Book Prices

There are several factors that impact the final value or selling price of a comic book. Most people are aware of the importance of the title (usually the focus) character, the issue number (say #1), the grade or condition, and any important events (for example a new character intro or origin). One other factor you […]

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