1978 superman comic book value

One thing we comic book fanatics love to do is nit pick every tiny detail on an adapted character, and who am i. Hobbizine comic book value guides list prices in all conditions from good to mint. How to identify valuable comics and some of the superman. Almost any early superman comic book has value if its in reasonable condition. Action comics is the comic book series that started it all. Make offer 1978 topps superman the movie wax pack tray dc comics 3 packs grocery pack 1978 topps superman series 1 full box non sports movie trading cards 36 packs. Script by martin pasko, pencils by jose luis garcialopez, inks by dan adkins. The most valuable superman comic book ever is for sale on ebay. Value of 1978 superman the movie cards superman blog. See allnew collectors edition c56 for original 1978 printing. Worlds finest was the name of a comic series that featured supermanbatman teamups. Muhammad ali is an oversize celebrity comics comic book published by dc comics in 1978. It has been graded by mycomicshops experienced graders. The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold.

Based on the 1950s television show starring george reeves, this set shows how goofy the series looks by todays standards. Then, in a sudden chance to get superman released before the year 1979, the cast and crew stopped filming superman ii to finish the first film. Superman vs muhammad ali nm dc collectors edition vol. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. We are always interested in buying comic book collections and original comic book art. Raised by kindly farmers jonathan and martha kent, young clark discovers. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. How much is a 1978 star wars comic book worth answers. Backed by an armada of 100 powerful warships orbiting the planet, ratlar demands that earths greatest champion battle the mightiest scrubb warrior. This price guide has an updated edition published annually. National catholic register a classic tribute to an american popculture icon, superman is the first great comicbook movie and a nostalgic ode to the ideals of a more innocent time.

The best of pawn stars an original 1978 superman costume. The film also spawned on of the nicer trading card sets of the era. Released in two series, 1978 topps superman the movie also includes traditional stickers as well as foil stickers. Muhammad ali collectors edition comic book from 1978. 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. Superman was the title of the monthly comic book featuring superman. Superworld comics is home to many rare and valuable comics for fun and investment. Johnny stops by to help corey look over a superman vs. Dc comics presents 1 1978 superman flash beautiful book.

In america, the overstreet comic book price guide is the most used reference book for determining the value of old comics. Quick ways to tell if you have a comic worth moneyplus some of. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Many were released on cardboard or vinyl records with accompanying readalong books. Most of the early issues didnt have superman on the cover, so this comic isnt worth as much as others. Visit us in ma, or we are happy to do comic book appraisals on location. Grading guide recent value changes report missing issues.

How to identify valuable comics and some of the superman comics i got at the garage sale. This went on whilst superman and superman ii were being filmed back to back. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The value of a 1978 richie rich comic book will depend on the condition of the book itself. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. See our superman comic books article for more details. Superman and the flash star in race to the end of time.

Superman the dark side of apokolips is a book that is part comic and part chapter book about superman who, in addition being super strong and able to fly, has some interesting powers, like ice breath. Get to know superman before reading action comics no. Siegel and shuster showed this second concept of superman to consolidated book publishers, based in chicago. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Now back to normal and with their own powers, superman and captain marvel, along with the marvel family, try to get superman back into his own world in the beastman that shouted hate at the heart of the u. Its the first comic to have superman, but its an anthology comic. Oct 14, 2012 how to identify valuable comics and some of the superman comics i got at the garage sale.

Nelson bridwell, tom defalco, gerry conway, bob toomey, paul kupperberg, jack c. Inside front cover has a pinup of superman and heman. We can help you find the fair value of your comics. While the characters are definitely human, the costumes, sets and captions all lend themselves to something much more comic booklike. What is the value of the superman vs muhammad ali 1978 comic book. It contained alloriginal stories as opposed to reprints of newspaper strips, which was a novelty at the time. Posted on by comics watcher 19 comments v chances are you stumbled upon this article looking for the value of the death of superman comic book you have or are interested in buyingselling. May 22, 2012 the value of a 1978 richie rich comic book will depend on the condition of the book itself. For obvious reasons, the 1st printings of the early superman comics are very valuable, but are.

Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Muhammad ali comic book in this scene from mystery caller. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. Kennedys assassination, cbr explores the ongoing saga behind a 1964 superman tribute story. New comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet krypton and was given. What is the value of the superman vs muhammad ali 1978 comic. The comic was never issued with an action figure pack but handed out in raw form to promote the heman toy line.

From our humble beginnings, we have grown to the largest, most complete comic book price guide with well over 1,000,000 comics in our database. The story begins with supermans birth on the doomed planet krypton and follows him on his arrival to earth, his childhood in kansas and his career as reporter for the daily planet. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Harris, mike white, susan murrie, tommy krasker, robert bruce braley, mike gold. It stars an uncredited kirk alyn billed only by his character name, superman. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books. It is notable as the first liveaction appearance of superman on film and for the. Superman 1978 a new, updated version of the popular comic book hero superman. It will also depend in the rarity of the specific edition. Mar 26, 2015 johnny stops by to help corey look over a superman vs. Unfollow superman dc comics cards 1978 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. In may 1933, consolidated had published a proto comic book titled detective dan.

He leads a rebellion against an evil villain, darkseid, who enslaved the people of planet apokolips. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Signed by inker dick giordano with lone star comics certificate of authenticity. Here is a list of the fifteen most expensive superman comics ever. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. Action comics 1978 whitman comic books mycomicshop. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. Just before the destruction of the planet krypton, scientist jorel sends his infant son kalel on a spaceship to earth. Quick ways to tell if you have a comic worth moneyplus some of the old superman comics i got at the. Now, it all depends on which death of superman issue you are referring to, so we have values for the.

Wizard magazine published monthly also has a comic book price guide printed in the back of every issue. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. From 1978 to 1986, superman teamed up with other characters from the dc universe in a title called dc. Superman 1948 is a 15part blackandwhite columbia film serial based on the comic book character superman. Learn the values of individual action comics, and find out what your early superman comics are worth with our free appraisal service. Other superman rare comic books are listed lower down this page. Free comic book value and price resources comic book secrets jan 19, 2008 it walks you through finding comic book values and prices and helps you decide the best method for your situation. Get the best deals on superman bronze age comics 19701983 when. Superworld comics buying and selling comic books, free. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world.

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. Superman vs muhammad ali comic book large from 1978 superman vs. What is the value of the superman vs muhammad ali 1978. The better the condition, the more the book can be worth to collectors who want the ones in the best shape. The 72page book features superman teaming up with the heavyweight boxing champion muhammad ali to defeat an alien invasion of earth.