Get the best deals on 10 cent comics when you shop the largest online selection at. The yoinger brother of cyclops is just as powerful. Jun 29, 2006 this was one of the most soughtafter books from rai, one of the most famous characters of the decade, and a strong contender for the ten most important comic books of the decade. Clearly, some of these items may not, and probably do not exist in that grade. Generally the rule of thumb is that the closer that you get to the 90s the less your comics are worth. Most popular silver age comic books these are the most actively sold comic books in the marketplace graded by cgc or cbcs. Written by alan moore and illustrated by gene ha and zander cannon, the series details the lives and work of the police force of neopolis, a city in which almost everyone, from the police and criminals to civilians, children and even pets, has super powers. Copper age comics are those published between 1984 and 1991, and on the timeline of comic book history, are bracketed between bronze age comics published before 1984 and modern age comics published after 1991. Oct 02, 2010 top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 by krakoa october 2, 2010 6 comments the bronze age was a period of transition when comics were bringing in money.
Amazing adventures, amazing spiderman, avengers, captain america, daredevil, defenders, fantastic four, hulk, iron man, journey into mystery, marvel premiere, marvel tale, mavel teamup, sgt, fury, strange tales, submariner,tales of suspense, tales to. Our comic value packs are a fun, affordable way to get a lot of comics without spending much. Top 10 all time copper age comic books overstreet 48th. Apr 12, 2020 second, it could simply be that these copper age books have a little longer to truly emerge into much higher prices like the bronze age has been doing for the past five years. These eras include the golden age 19381950, the silver age 19561970, the bronze age 19701985, and the modern age 1985present. Nonsuperhero sales declined and many publishers closed. However, ive always been a fan of crowd sourcing the idea that online technologies allow us to bring large groups together to work on common issues. This was one of the most soughtafter books from rai, one of the most famous characters of the decade, and a strong contender for the ten most important comic books of the decade. Throbbing with aaronovitchs trademark blend of comic fantasy and compelling crime, false value is a bravura addition to the rivers of london sequence. Amazing adventures, amazing spiderman, avengers, captain america, daredevil, defenders, fantastic four, hulk, iron man, journey into mystery, marvel premiere, marvel tale, mavel teamup, sgt, fury, strange tales, submariner,tales of. The list of the most valuable bronze age comic books. Comic books have increasingly become a mainstream collectible investment.
Id guess that about 20 of the books in the influential list would be a top 50 copper overstreet book based on their raw 9. Within the industry, the beginning of copper age comics was marked by a large group of highprofile artists moving away from marvel and into privatelyowned companies. The bronze age of comic books is an informal name for a period in the history of american superhero comic books usually said to run from 1970 to 1984. In past market reports, i have provided a list of what i saw as the top 40 key books for collectors of the copper age. Earlier today, diamond comic distributors released their annual chart of top selling single comic book issues and graphic novels. The bronze age of comic books ran from around 1970 to 1985, and featured darker plots along with relevant realworld issues.
Jan 01, 2010 coppers character expressed throughout the whole book made that story carry weight beyond its words. This is the third article in our series, following from most valuable golden age comics and most valuable silver age comics here are the key issues to look for when youre at garage sales yes, they do turn up. See values for tmnt comics, 1st gambit, secret wars 8 and more. Our 60 most expensive comic book list from the socalled copper age, roughly 1981 to 1991. The final era that we are going to take a look at is going to be the copper age.
Most silver age marvels silver age comics are from the 1960s and typically have a 12 cent cover price especially superheroes 19611970. Both scenarios are a good thing for collectors, investors and most especially that rare breed, the. The top 10 superhero comics of 2016 the washington post. Top 10 bronze age comic book artwork justcollecting. The goal was identifying golden age comic books 19371949 with the most impressive covers. Issues must have been published during the copper age years of 1984 through 1991. Most valuable golden age comic books silver age comic books. Golden age experts of the collectors society participated in the heritage auctionscertified guaranty company poll, conducted by society members benjamin j. Buying an entire comic book store ebay fees and problems. Adventures at sea 1, dancing with cadence, club penguin. Top 20 most valuable comic books from the copper age. Most valuable comic book list for key comic book issues that you can likely find at garage sales, pawnshopsetc.
Introducing readers to doctor doom, the skrulls, the silver surfer, galactus, the inhumans, black panther and so many more, the series maintained a remarkably high level of quality over. This is the third article in our series, following from most valuable golden age comics and most valuable silver age comics. The top 10 most valuable modern age key issue comics to date. Each age and genre has generated their fair share of must have blue chip comic books. If you are not already intheknow about the difference between newsstand and direct edition comics see the following. With seven out of the top ten bestselling single issues of the. While this is true there are still a few key issues that fall into this age range. See the comic value packs page for a list of available packs and prices. Top 10 all time copper age comic books overstreet 48th edition 2018. At the same time the independent comics movement was being born with dave sims cerebus and the pinis elf quest. Ive also posted more lists of key comic books by year including other key comic books by age bronze, copper, modern. I went from six miles in a day to ten, then 15, 18, 20, and now 27 miles in one day. Labonog, keston fulcher, robert cat conrad, and matt nelson. Written by alan moore and illustrated by gene ha and zander cannon, the series details the lives and work of the police force of neopolis, a city in which almost everyone, from the police and criminals to civilians, children and even pets, has super.
The official annual 2011, the great puffle switch, the ultimate official guide to club penguin, volume 1, disney club penguin poster book, disney club penguin mad libs, flying solo. Key issues of the copper age of comics, from 1984 to 1991. Two of his signature books micronauts and rom started life as toy tieins with little promise. While there were still plenty of hack jobs, fillins, and oneoffs, the era also saw the rise of more complex storytelling, better characterization and welldeveloped supporting casts. Coppers character expressed throughout the whole book made that story carry weight beyond its words. Join us as we cover the alltime comic books by era for 2018. Top 50 copper books in overstreet copper age comic books. Sadly, a rollerblading accident in 1992 left mantlo with severe brain. Buying an entire comic book store ebay fees and problems duration. Here are the key issues to look for when youre at garage sales yes, they do turn up. Get the best deals on 10 cent comics when you shop the largest online.
Marvel comics introduced new and popular superheroes and thereby became the leading comics publisher in the bronze age of comic books from the early 1970s to 1985. Tons of good stuff releasing this week, so without hesitation, lets jump right in. Join us as we cover the alltime comic books by era for. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues, which ended in mid1969. The bronze age roughly 1970 to 1985 was another classic period for comic book writers. Looking back at my progression, i feel a bit like fred looking ahead at the journey upward. While the valuable copper age comics doesnt have as many as its elders era, there are a few in this era that it is important to keep an eye out for. Copper age comics the era of comic books from 1984 to 1991. Tomb of dracula 10 first appearance of blade publisher.
Again, this is not a big book and is definitely a minor key. Perhaps the most underappreciated writer of the bronze age, mantlo delivered solid stories on books few others wanted to tackle. Top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 by krakoa october 2, 2010 6 comments the bronze age was a period of transition when comics were bringing in money. Both scenarios are a good thing for collectors, investors and most especially that rare breed, the speculator.
With each pricing update we compute and show here the 100 most valuable comic books. Within the industry, the beginning of copper age comics was marked by a large group of highprofile artists moving away from marvel. Blue chips copper age this category is for those books that are must haves for that eras collection. Top 10 bronze age comics the comic book boys know best. With that explanation stated, without further ado, here is the list of 200 key comics from the bronze age. Most valuable golden age comic books silver age comic.
Sell your comics we pay top dollar for comics superworld. Includes a list of key copper age comics, as well as links to recommended back issue retailers. Each value pack is grouped around a theme and provides 2 lbs. Although the majority of books from the period are worth relatively little these days, there are a handful of key titles featuring the debut of important characters, or famous story arcs that can still bring impressive prices at auction. Top 10 is a superhero comic book limited series published by the americas best comics imprint of wildstorm, itself an imprint of dc comics. The copper age started in 1978 with the dc implosion and jim shooters ascension to editor in chief over at marvel. The overstreet comic book price guide is a wealth of knowledge with great analytics. More books removed because they are not graphic novels, or graphic hybrids. Top 10 all time copper age comic books overstreet 48th edition 2018 duration. Dec 18, 2018 top 10 all time copper age comic books overstreet 48th edition 2018 duration. Top 50 most valuable comic books of the bronze age. The copper age key list below originated on our very fine near mint nostalgia blog. Top 10 copper age comics comic book boys sell your comics. When comparing the silverage xmen to the recordsetting sales juggernaut that the team would become in the 80s and 90s, its remarkable how things changed over this time.
The silver age of comic books began in 1956 with a resurgence of interest in superheroes. It climaxed with the publication of the watchmen and the dark knight of 1988 which was. This timeline presents milestones, trends, and pivotal events that defined the comics medium during each of these eras. We carry a large selection of comics that have been professionally graded and encapsulated by cgc or cbcs. Nov 10, 2016 the leekirby run 101 issues in total is rightfully regarded as one of the pinnacles of superhero comics, and within this there are so many great moments.
If you missed the previous episodes, use these links. Here are ten of the most valuable pieces of original bronze age comic book artwork ever sold, from legends such as frank miller, john romita sr. Dec 09, 2018 the overstreet comic book price guide is a wealth of knowledge with great analytics. Key copper age, key bronze age, and key modern age comics with a few key silver age comics mixed in.
Marvel once again comes out on top with 7 books on the list versus dc with only 3. Variants are not allowed in this category other than newsstand, price difference or subsequent printings. Top 10 copper age comics comic book boys sell your. The modern age of comics is classified into 4 subcategories, golden age, silver age, bronze age, and current. As the years go on we take a look at the bronze age of comics. There are many other top lists out there covering key copper age. Top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 comic vine. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. The new peter grant mystery finds the erstwhile wizarding copper immersed in the nefarious goingson of a shady tech company. Never one of marvels hot titles, xmen was cancelled in march 1970, surviving only in reprints until the debut of the allnew, alldifferent team in 1975. February 15, 2017 key copper age comics special note. Comics historians divide the history of american comic books into ages. Second, it could simply be that these copper age books have a little longer to truly emerge into much higher prices like the bronze age has been doing for the past five years. Our 60 most expensive comic book list from the socalled copper age.
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