Sell Your Marvel Comic Books at Auction
Marvel’s stories have taken over the world, especially in recent years, with Netflix and box-office-record-setting movies that bring classic heroes to new groups of fans.
Whether you’ve got an old collection of Uncanny X-Men comics at the back of your closet, or you’ve inherited stacks of comic books you’ve never seen before, the chances are good that your Marvel comics can fetch you some money.
Which Marvel Comics are the most valuable?
Value depends on the condition the comic is in, its age of the comic, its title and popularity of the comic, and its rarity. Oldest does not always mean highest value, though: The issue number also can matter, in that sometimes a specific comic book in a volume is prized because it marks the first appearance of a character.
The most valuable Marvel Comic on the market is called Amazing Fantasy #15, first issued in 1962. It is the very first appearance of Spider-Man ever found in a Marvel Comic. In the right condition, it can sell for over a million dollars.
The first appearance of Iron Man was in Tales of Suspense #39, first issued in 1959. That one can sell for over $350,000, again, if it’s in the right condition. The iconic first appearance of Captain America (in which he punched Hitler in the face), issued in 1941, during World War II, in 1941, can be worth $300,000 in the right condition.
How Are Marvel Comics Graded?
Though you can gauge the worth of your comics by consulting the Comics Price Guide, it’s important to know that the worth of your comic book will also be determined by its grade.
It’s common to undervalue a comic book, but it’s also common to overvalue it. An issue that’s in great condition may not be in “mint” condition. It doesn’t help that many people use the term “mint” too generously. “Mint” condition mean perfect condition – so good it looks as though it rolled off the press yesterday. Still, most of the comics that sell for top dollar are in “near-mint” or “very fine” condition.
You can know the exact grade of your comics by sending them off to a grading service. But that may not be money you want to invest, and it may not even be necessary to get the best value for your Marvel Comics collection. Our professional appraisers will be happy to take a look, and to determine the potential value of your comic book collection.
What’s the best way to get top dollar for my Marvel Comics?
Usually not at the comic book store, where the only goal is to turn a profit for the store. In the same way, you’ll probably want to stay away from online auctions, where fans are looking for bargains.
The best way to get top dollar is to get your comics in front of collectors and enthusiasts who love Marvel and who can pay full price to own your books. Central Mass Auctions can help you do that. Contact us today.
