In the example above carnage part one is not part of the title. Pretending you care is a parody guidebook for retail employees that includes over 200 retail comic strips. Data on the distribution of comic store sales in the united states according to publisher revealed that marvel comics dollar sales share in comic stores amounted to 37. 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. Overstreet comic book price guides highly recommend you picking up a copy even if its not the current edition. Comic book retailers on reasons why sales are down and what. Comicbase express comes with builtin data on over 875,000 comics, along with current pricing values determined entirely by actual market data. Were a business made up of innovators and forwardthinkers, with the drive and wherewithal to constantly update and improve the online shopping experience. If you are unsure what the title is, look at the indicia small block of. About comicspro as an association comicspro is a not for profit trade organization dedicated to the progress of direct market comic book retailers. Data on the distribution of comic store sales in the united states according to publisher revealed that marvel comics dollar sales share in comic stores amounted to.
Catering to each audience, this report offers publishers and retailers indepth. They then put the same fish back together in a way that did not please many fans. Premium comic book mystery box possible silver, bronze, copper, modern comics inside. Comics retailers upbeat on 20 sales, digital, indie comics. Comic books are like oil in that they are traded in u. Overstreet price guide has been the closest thing to a blue book for comics. Unfortunately, the value of the sig in terms of its immediate resale value has been dependent on the book that is getting signed. Comic book retailers on reasons why sales are down and. In general, the comics that have the most collectible value are those published between 1938 and 1979. One could own a comic book brickandmortar as well as an online store, and there are some that do just that. Wares building storiesnamed the top best book of 2012 in pws annual best books of the year featureseems to have been the comic book in highest demand book over the 2012 holiday season. Like most sites, you have to register to use it, but they dont require a credit card and its completely free.
Building a collection of comic books is a fun and rewarding hobby. In the previous comic book value post i talked about using the overstreet comic book price guide as a source. Comic book price guides, like overstreet, have a minimum price for comic books. Part of the reason youre likely collecting comics is for the nostalgia and entertainment value.
True comic book value puts buying and selling power in. How much are my comic books worth retail with time. Fans of the strip are also encouraged to visit retail s listing on wikipedia. In my last column, i gave you a list of things to research. Alan moore with regular collaborators steve bissette, dave gibbons and rick veitch. May 16, 2016 vintage marvel comics are seen for sale at st. The minimum price is not a real reflection of market value. The video and resources below will help you find the best way to get current prices and values of your comic books, whether you own only a couple or thousands here we go. Easily search titles such as amazing spiderman, batman, xmen and the black panther. Dylan teaches you about the comic book marketplace.
The concept of the direct market was created in the 1970s by phil seuling. The final price will often reflect a 55 to 80 percent of retail value on the better books and a lower percentage on more common books. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. The weakening canadian dollar got me to thinking about the effect it is having, if any, on the back issue comic book market. Comic book sales in april took a dive of 18% and over 22% in units versus april 2015, although that does come with a caveat there were five shipping weeks in april 2015 and four last month. Most comics that say 30c or higher on the cover are of later vintage and have limited value.
While we as an organization value our individual members and work diligantly in promoting industry issues, no individual retailer or board member is authorized to speak on behalf of the comicspro. We follow a strict set of guidelines in order to deliver the best possible comic book values. Rates reflected current sales prices the collector was using in his shop. True comic book value puts buying and selling power in your. If you are unsure what the title is, look at the indicia small block of text inside front or rear cover. Click here for the overstreet comic book price guide instant digital download. Top selling comic books 2014 we track all the top sales all year long and list them. Posted on june 2, 2017 august 26, 2017 by statistic brain.
Buying or selling without checking iguide could be hazardous to your wealth. Almost all comic books have the retail cover price at the time of publication on the cover. Overstreet comic book price guide the overstreet guide is a must have if you have a lot of comics, are already a collector or plan on having a lot of comics. Comics are like a fine wine they only get better and more valuable with age. Aug 22, 2008 unfortunately, the value of the sig in terms of its immediate resale value has been dependent on the book that is getting signed.
Each page includes current market values in ten different grades, as well as a section for real market data, actual prices fetched at auction. Most comic book shoppers will only drive ten or fifteen miles to get to a comic book store. Buy products related to comic book guide products and see what customers say about. This creates competition for the best and resultant increased value. Mar 24, 2015 true comic book value puts buying and selling power in your pocket. In recent years, many comics have been massproduced, which can reduce a titles chances of gaining significant value. About us comics professional retailers organization. When you are selling a comic book, you want to get the most you possibly can out of. Sell, buy and trade with comic collectors from around the world. The overstreet guide is a must have if you have a lot of comics, are already a collector or plan on having a lot of comics. Whether you are an avid comic collector, a repeat offender one who once collected but fell by the wayside, are new to the industry, or someone who came across some old comics, welcome to the world of comics. Be sure to check your comics objectively for flaws in order.
Price guide app a free comic book price guide that has lots of cgc graded prices. Even though direct comic book sales are down so far in 2017, retailers said theyre finding a way to survive despite the challenging environment. In other words, it takes a dealer time to sort, bag, board and price any comic book. But an online retailer can get customers from anywhere in the world, so their potential customer base is much, much larger. How to sell your comic book collection superworld comics. True comic book value puts buying and selling power in your pocket. Zoomcomix is a trendsetting online comic book store, offering our firstrate comic books and exceptional customer service to shoppers from the comfort of their own homes. Price guide app a free comic book price guide that has lots of cgc graded prices top selling comic books 2014 we track all the top sales all year long and list them overstreet comic book price guides highly recommend you picking up a copy even if its not the current edition. Typically within that time frame, superhero comics hold the most value, with first appearance or origin issues being the most sought after. Heres how much your vintage comics are now worth mashable. From the authoritative stuff at comics buyers guide, the worlds longest running magazine about comics, comic book price guide is the only guide on the market to give you extensive coverage of more than 150,000 comics from the golden age of the 1930s to current releases. When dc comics did the reboot for the new 52, they basically gutted the dcu like a fish.
The searchable database consists of more than 100,000 pages, each devoted to a specific comic book. Use flipsy to find your phones value plus get offers from more than 20 stores who. If you want to find out what your comic books worth, then youll need one of these. Price guides are also important tools for collectors looking to sell their collection or determine their collections worth for insurance purposes. Comic book dealers have evolved into fullscale entertainment retailers, offering customers a wide variety of comic books, graphic novels, toys, games, trading cards, apparel and more. As a result, comic book specialty shops have flourished. Locate the book in the list of books you might need to change the drop list to go to another page. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. A mint copy of a key comic book may be worth 10 to 100 times the value of an average copy. Percentage of total comic book sales for marvel comics 39. Comic book sales take a plunge in april, down for the year. Comic book price guides are generally monthly, quarterly, or yearly publications which detail the changes in the resale value of a comic over a period of time. Comic books range in value from a few cents to millions of dollars, says.
The valuable ones will have 10c, 12c, 15c, 20c, or 25c on the cover. The new 52 boosted readership and market share briefly, but now dc is back in the position of having to make more. It has been graded by mycomicshops experienced graders. Wares building storiesnamed the top best book of 2012 in pws annual best books of the year featureseems to have been the comic book in highest demand book over. Price guides are also important tools for collectors looking to sell their collection or determine. Search over 3 million price reports spanning art, antiques, coins, collectibles, memorabilia, and other tangible assets of value. Before opening your own comic book store, i encourage you to consult with other professionals. A restored copy of a comic book is worth significantly less than an unrestored copy as it artificially increases the number of books in higher condition. The value of comic books there is a public misconception that all comic books, when properly stored, become valuable collectibles with age. The direct market is the dominant distribution and retail network for american comic books. Unfollow comic book price guide to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. For those seeking to assess the value of their collectibles, one potential resource is the floridabased certifiable guaranty co. How to know how much twilight zone comic books are worth. The iguide comic book price guide is maintained by warren and his board of advisors.
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