Dec 12, 2019 heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only a dime. The world record for the most expensive book ever sold is a science book. Watchmen is either at or near the top of every single best of comics list. Dec 28, 2017 looking at the most ordered comic books in the north american comic market, dc entertainment had a particularly strong year, with seven of the top 10 issues of the year being published by the home. The series was created by a british collaboration consisting of writer alan moore. May 07, 2018 no, most topselling titles dont match the numbers of the heydays of comic book sales, but consider this nine out of the top 10 bestselling titles of the 21st century were released between. Some series, in fact, have sold more than a billion copies.
Its worth noting that much of these sales were because the issue was published with four different covers, essentially. Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 19381956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. Making it the most expensive marvel issue ever sold, and one of the most valuable comics in history. Wed venture to say many of them are also the best comics of all time. These nine best selling comic books of all time have fought off all the haters and landed themselves into this list. Below is a list of the ten most expensive comic book sales of alltime, on a pertitle basis. The ian levine collection, a comic book collection that includes every comic book published by. Action comics, the series which introduced the superman.
This list is for comics printed in a traditional book format paperback or hardcover, typically with a similar number of pages as novels. Darren adams, the seller, actually started the bidding at just ninetynine cents. Best selling refers to the estimated number of copies sold of each book, rather than the number of books printed or currently owned. This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books. This page provides lists of best selling individual books and book series to date and in any language. The 20 most expensive comic books in the world 2020. The auction broke several records, including the most expensive marvel comic ever sold at public auction, equally making a record at the auction house. The 10 most expensive comic books of alltime allen lee 1 year ago there is a lot of interest in comic books, which in turn, means that comic books with either historical value or some other kind of significance can fetch considerable sums when sold to interested individuals. Rowling only created seven copies of this childrens book first mentioned in harry potter and the deathly hallows. With a wealth of superheroes in film and television, its not a surprise to see that major comic publishers are.
Released in 1944, shop keepers decided not to stock it, due to its offensive cover, which featured a woman about to be attacked by hooded assailants bearing swastikas. No, most topselling titles dont match the numbers of the heydays of comic book sales, but consider this nine out of the top 10 bestselling titles of the 21st century were released between. Children dressed up in costume examine comic books for sale in samara, russia. Top 10 best selling comic books of the modern era posted on may 10, 2019 may 11, 2019 by zapkapow comics before marvel became the major player it is today, dc comics superman would regularly sell over 1 million copies per month, and batman wasnt far behind. Whether youre a fan of the dark knight or prefer the innocence of archie, everyone loves a good comic book. Some have managed to break the millionselling mark due to popularity, some to notoriety, some down to sheer perseverance.
Mar 11, 2018 the most expensive marvel comic books ever sold. Herein, weve gathered together the bestselling comic book series ever, according to the expert counters at guinness world records and education week. The previous most expensive marvel comic ever sold at public auction was amazing fantasy no. Marvel was 2018s top publisher, but dc had the bestselling. The most expensive comic books ever sold completeset. Heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only a dime. With over 150 million copies sold, the phantom is one of the most successful comic book series in the world. Grab your wallet, here are the most expensive books ever sold. But, through the years when the first spiderman issue was released that had the most sells ever in comic.
After that sale, heritage notes, many experts had speculated that it could be many years before that 2018 record, which had nearly tripled the. In 1936, this lee falk creation first appeared as a daily comic strip. While the name might suggest otherwise, the book was first published in 1939 by timely comics, decades before the conglomerated publisher would change its name to reflect their beloved book an idea fully endorsed by marvel legend stan lee. Thats the most ever paid for a spiderman comic at public auction.
The ian levine collection, a comic book collection that includes every comic book published by dc comics from 1935 through 2016, including. 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. Sothebys selling most complete dc comics collection ever. Today sotheby announced that is will auction dc complete. Continuing the trend of iconic comic books selling for houseinthehamptons levels of cash, a nearly perfect copy of action comics no. Whether they grew up obsessed with the action filled storylines, or they become acquainted with the hobby at an older age comics books can open readers up to a whole new world. What is the most expensive us comic book art sold at auction.
The most expensive comic books in the world, however, will inevitably be the earliest and most historic examples of the medium. Some books, in particular, have matched their literary worth with a price tag. American comic book series is a best comic book that was introduced in the world in 1938. The phantom, created by lee falk in 1936, has sold over 150 million copies worldwide. The 5 most expensive comic books ever sold lifestyle asia. Heres the 11 topselling manga series of alltime comic book. Bleach is considered to be one of the most famous shonen titles ever, and it. Well, when comic books were released the submariner was the first comic ever to be sold. Having sold more than 500 million copies worldwide, harry potter by j. What is the top selling comic book issue of all times. Though marvel comics was the most successful comics publisher of 2018, dc comics managed to have the single highestselling comic issue of the year. Jul 22, 2016 this is the comic book where people have hid copies in their walls to keep them safe and the highest recorded price that this comic book has sold for is stunning. The first novel in the series, harry potter and the sorcerers stone, has sold in excess of 120 million copies, making it one of the bestselling books of all time.
Comics and textbooks are not included in this list. June 30, 1938 the first issue of the comic book series action comics is most recognized as the issue that introduced superman to. One piece is the best selling comic by a single author and the best selling manga of all time, having sold the most collected comic book volumes. Jul 09, 2016 the best selling single issue is xmen vol. June 30, 1938 the first issue of the comic book series action comics is most recognized as the issue that introduced superman to the world. Created by stan lee and jack kirby in 1961, this comic book shows the fantastic fours first adventure. It is the 5 th most expensive comic book ever sold. Top 10 best selling comic books of the modern era zap.
Weve gone through the record books to pick out the most valuable comic books ever sold. Nov 22, 2019 the previous most expensive marvel comic ever sold at public auction was amazing fantasy no. Worlds most expensive superman comic just sold for. These nine bestselling comic books of all time have fought off all the haters and landed themselves into this list. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Superman ranks at the top of the list of bestselling comic book series of all time, having sold an estimated 600 million copies worldwide. It is the most expensive comic book of the world ever sold as it was sold. In fact, these are some of the most expensive ever sold. The most expensive marvel comic books ever sold collective pop.
Feb 21, 2016 thats the most ever paid for a spiderman comic at public auction. The most expensive comic book in the world youtube. So to put this in perspective i have a list of the most popular comic book issues of the last 10 years to show what comics have sold in the real world of entertainment below this post. Superman sold millions of copies again and it nearly wrecked the comic book industry honorable mention to these valiant and image issues that just missed the cut. The 30 bestselling comic book series of all time best life. Mar 30, 2020 today sotheby announced that is will auction dc complete. Many people who are interested in nerd culture, find themselves drawn to comic books. Top 10 best selling comic books of the modern era zapkapow. It first appeared as a daily comic strip and continues to be published today. What is the most expensive comic book ever sold answers. Marvel comics is barreling toward empyre, a new crossover epic that draws on marvels long history and picks up threads about the kree and skrull. Best selling comic books of all time insider monkey. Feb 26, 2015 superman ranks at the top of the list of bestselling comic book series of all time, having sold an estimated 600 million copies worldwide.
The 20 most expensive comic books ever sold da card world. Looking at the mostordered comic books in the north american comic market, dc entertainment had a particularly strong year, with seven of the. Youtube last month, a very rare comic made history. The books are listed according to the highest sales estimate as reported in reliable, independent sources.
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