In 2011, a pristine 9.8 copy of the comic, printed in 1962 and originally sold for 12 cents, fetched an astounding $1.1 million at auction. 22 contains the first appearance of Archie. White is right and West is good/East is bad typical rhetoric that is still pervasive today. He was sent to Earth by his father, Odin, in order to teach him humility. The previous sale of a ToD #10 CGC 9.8 was also at Heritage Auctions and sold for $28,800 in June of 2021. It's the most recent and highest known sale that I could find at the time of this writing and publication. Needless to say, even at its current 375K highest sale price might be a steal, since a book like this will only go up with each subsequent MCU appearance. In the U.S., Marvel's Transformersran for 80 issues, but Marvel U.K.'s version included all-new stories in addition to reprints, and ran for an amazing 332 issues. This issue of "All-American Comics" from 1940 features the first appearance of Alan Scott as the Green Lantern. The comic book, which originally sold for 10 cents in 1940, also features a one-page history lesson about postage stamps and a comic strip about an evil ventriloquist dummy. Bruce Banner first transformed into the Incredible Hulk in May 1962. Take a piece of old-timey comic book history, add the debut of Marvels first-ever mutant and you get a grand investment or a prize for only a handful of collectors out there. The characters that debuted here became linchpins for the team during the '70s, '80s, '90s and even to this day. It's only fitting that two of Spideys greatest foes, Doctor Octopus and the Green Goblin not only debuted within a year from one another and both are valued at the same amount, 54,000 dollars. But before he was part of the Justice League, battling interdimensional beings, Manhunter went undercover as a human detective, solving very earthly crimes. Can't wait! Anyhow, a move towards diversity was definitely in play during the Bronze Age of Comics. Printed in 1962, this comic book stands among the greats because it introduces everyone's favorite friendly neighborhood Spiderman. The large amount of copes that have been graded may be one of the reasons why. A brilliant scientist who lost his arm, he decides to try and replicate the gene in reptiles that allows them to regenerate lost limbs. While some of the House Of Ideas famous characters predate Spidey, the entire Marvel Universe might not exist had it not been for Spideys massive popularity. This was the first, regularly published Disney comic book. This comic is definitely loaded with a lot of key comic goodness. First appearances are big business. A 1981 comic that also holds what most deem a classic cover by John Byrne and Terry Austin to go a long with this classic story line by Chris Claremont. There are a few Marvel Mystery comics that are worth a bit more, but the very first Amazing Spider-Man still deserves a spot on this list. 15. Their debut in 1961 helped to usher in a new age of superheroes but combine it with shows like Lost In Space, where it's not just one person on an adventure, but an entire family. In reality, that isn't a super amount of copies at that grade, even with the extra 7 Blue Label 9.8s that CBCS has graded. Then again, if I owned the 3 known copies in existence, I'd be very reluctant to let my go unless I really needed the money. Dr. Curt Connors as a villain seldom gets the respect he's deserved as far as comic book baddies go. For instance, theres a note on the cover that says Frank R. Paul, who drew the cover, received $25 for his work (about $460 today). When he used the shrinking serum, the brilliant mind carelessly left the growing serum on a counter, now light years away. I grew up with the character in the late 80s and 90s. Things are changing slightly as the MCU grows, so perhaps it's time to pick up some investment comics now. Also, Drax the Destroyer has been a prominent character in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise. Last known prior CGC 9.8 sale of Werewolf by Night #32 CGC 9.8 was $32,100 at Heritage Auctions back in March 2020. Cover by Herb Trimpe, John Romita and Gaspar Saladino. Dr. Doom, one of the best Marvel villains ever created, debuted in 1961 in "Fantastic Four" No. He, originally the character was male, made his first appearance in 1940 within the pages of "Whiz Comics" No. Here are the most recent sales of the highest graded copies, CGC 9.4s: Amazing Spider-Man #129 - 1st appearance of the Punisher and Jackal. It can be difficult to figure out which of your 1990s comic books are worth money, but here is a simple list of over 100 valuable comics from that period. This is the first appearance of Daredevil, the Man Without Fear. The first issue of "Marvel Comics" features the first appearance of Sub-Mariner, the Human Torch and Angel. This 9.4-graded copy, which sold in 2005, came from the personal collection of Nicolas Cage. Someone with money buying up comic investments, me thinks. Hopefully, it garnered more excitement for Asian superheroes in the comic medium. But it's also a very rare find being from 1941. Sep. 12, 2021 saw a $8,400.00 sale of a CGC 9.6 via Heritage Auctions. This iconic comic marks the first appearance of the Joker and Catwoman. UPDATE: Heritage auctions just sold a CGC 9.8 for $38,400.00 on January 13, 2022 and for less than copies sold below: Heritage Auctions sold A CGC 9.8 of Amazing Spider-Man #129 for $43,200 back in September of 2021. Okay, to clarify, Incredible Hulk #181 is considered the 1st full appearance of Wolverine. A 9.8-graded copy, the highest-graded copy extant, sold for $132,000 in January 2021, 55 years after it originally hit newsstands. Yes, comic investing is still a thing despite all the backlash. Even worse-for-wear versions of the Caped Crusaders first appearance can go for big bucks. When they return, theyre imbued with powers that will help them fight the Mole Man. 3s value comes singularly from its Alex Schomburg cover, which depicts a tied-up damsel in distress surrounded by sinister robed figures bearing swastikas. While Red Raven and the Inhumans are more than probably not going to be a part of Avengers 4, having a copy of an early part of pre-Marvel history is an interesting piece of history to have for a mere 124 thousand dollars. 1st appearance of Morbius. There are no first appearances or really anything of importance within the comics plot, but the books cover is so beloved and original prints are so hard to find that some people will pay a huge premium for one in great condition. Good copies of this comic are difficult to find. The most recent sale I could find was on eBay and for $8,979.99 on the date of Jul 28, 2021. Going down a grade to CGC 9.6, the most recent sale of that was $5,760 on Aug 23, 2021. There are, however, a few exceptions wedged into your longbox of Gen 13 variant covers. This time was to go around the Comics Code and publish more mature-themed stories. The issue also featured stories with heroes like the Angel and Ka-Zar, and cover art by the sensational Bill Everett (who also created Namor and co-created Daredevil), and issues have gone for 2500 at just its minimum with prices like 107 and 198K being the highest recorded sales for this issue. And some of these comics are so beloved and so expensive that they can fetch hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars at auction. He's been a Marvel cash-cow since the 70s and the most popular Marvel character of the 80s and 90s. 3/31/2022 UPDATE: A CGC 9.8 copy of this comic sold on eBay for $72,111.00 bucks on December 18, 2021 at ComicConnect. Wonder Woman received her first line of comic books in the summer of 1942, not long after the United States entered World War II. Sabretooth needs to be ruthless and savage yet cunning. News on all your favorite celebs, reality TV, and movies. In 1937, DC publisher Harry Donenfeld was worried that a competing publishing house would steal the "Action Comics" title, so he mocked up this comic book and sent it to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to secure the title. Highest and most recent known sale of an Incredible Hulk #181 CGC 9.8 was for $84,000 at Heritage Auctions. At 326K, it certainly places the book in rarified air as prices go. Like any collectible, the most valuable comic books are often the rarest. Anyway, the one panel teaser of the popular Marvel mutant at the end of this story has seen monumental gains in the last two years a lone for CGC 9.8s: Wowza! 73 features the origin and first appearance of Aquaman, which has become one of DC's most-loved superheroes. It was a near-mint 9.2-graded copy and is said to be one of the highest-graded versions known to exist. It's also one of the most expensive Disney collectibles in the world. While both issues have always been high priced, find a pristine copy and you never know how much more it could nab you. It also features the first appearance of the Ultra-Humanite. That being said, his theatrical debut in Amazing Spider-Man received generally favorable reviews and helped bump up the Lizards debut issue to 71k, which is not a bad investment. An issue of X-Men #94 with a CGC grade of 9.8 sold for $58,000 in April 2021. I wouldn't be upset if they recast as well. If you don't know who or what the Skrulls are than you're going to be for a real treat when and if the evil alien race makes their debut in the movies. SILVER AGE Marvel Comics 1969 Top 10 key issues by Terry Hoknes. If you can afford the splurge, either of these issues carries a fairly lofty price tag of 90K at their highest grade and record sale. Also, usually the stories inside are told in black and white. Recently, in the comic books, there was a massive Skrull invasion where it was revealed plenty of powerful people had been replaced by the shape-shifting Skrulls. Thor didnt even know he was Thor at first. A 9.6-graded version of the 1964 comic sold for $150,000 in 2021. The last recorded sale of a 9.8 on GoCollect is back in 2016 and for only $1,800.00 bucks. In 1959, Marvel Comics released Tales of Suspense No. 2, but it was believed to be too gruesome. I'm actually a bit surprised this is on here, but, then, after thinking about the connection this character has to Blade, I'm not really that surprised. Incredible Hulk #181. I could not find more recent prices, but there's a good chance that these could sell for way more. A few titles were involved as well. As Robin might have said in the original "Batman" television series, "Holy profit!". Damn, I wonder how much that would go for now? Issue has 1st appearance of Sabretooth. Avengers #1 - $274,000 The 1963 comic book, Avengers #1, features Thor, Iron Man, the Hulk, Ant-Man and the Wasp. Marvel didn't want to spoil the big reveal of their newest hero, so they kept the good stuff for the comic's second run. Be sure to check back as we update the list as new records are set! The record-setting sale, which went for $215,100, occurred in 2018, and it was for an incredible 9.6-graded version with off-white pages. A lot of this issue actually deals with John Jameson and NASA-related stuff, but it ends with a massive showdown between Spider-Man and the Rhino. Also curious is the record-setting price for the sale in 2017, since a 2011 Superman No. That doesn't mean interest in this comic has been stale though. The debut was a three-chapter story which featured Soviet spies and flying bugs. A 9.2-graded copy of this 1955 comic sold for $140,000 at Comic Connect. World War II always sells, comic books from this era always sell too. 14 Amazing Spider-Man #41 $28,000 This issue brings us the first appearance of the bulky brute, the Rhino. There are a few creators that can drive up the value of a comic. Chris Claremont begins here and that should be enough to make this sought-out by fans. "More Fun Comics" No. The most expensive copy ever sold went for $138,000 in April 2021. The comic that arguably started the entire Marvel Comics Universe arc that dominated the box office for years, "The Avengers" No. We all know Batmans origin story: A young Bruce Wayne and his parents are leaving the movies when a no-good crook emerges from the shadows, brandishing a gun and demanding Mrs. Waynes necklace. This issue of Incredible Hulk was popular enough to get a third printing, with a yellow cover to distinguish it from the original. This is a big moment for geeks all across the world, or at least it was in 1940. I am definitely surprised that this is not higher on the list and more valuable. Even though the surrounding issues aren't worth much, the first appearance of Death's Head will net you an average of $100. Remember, this is a 2014 sale. This is the first appearance of two X-Men, Emma Frost and Kitty Pryde. Can that be right? In many ways, Amazing Spider-Man #300 was the turning point in Spider-Man's history, making it a book beloved not only for its value, but also its story. A CGC 9.8 of Iron Man #55 sold for $9,600.00 Sep 12, 2021 over at Heritage Auctions. A fresh take on sports: the biggest news and most entertaining lists. I am surprised that the first appearance of Blade has beat out the 1st appearance of the Punisher at 9.8 grades, but it appears it has. Amazing Fantasy 15 graded CGC 9.6 holds the record for the 2nd highest-selling comic book of all time (recently beaten by Superman 1 CGC 8.0 at 5.3 million dollars). 1 with an incredible 9.8 grading sold for over $490,000 in July 2012. The Avengers #1 Pacific Coast pedigree (Marvel, 1963) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages.. Auction amount: $274,850 . "Batman was pulp, born and bred. 3 is a coveted item among collectors because of its amazing cover by Lou Fine, which depicts a giant named Samson beating iron monsters to death with a spiked flail. Five years after making his villainous debut, Venom decided to do what every other comic character in the '90s was doing: become an edgy anti-hero. The first issue, published in 1942, is the second appearance of Wonder Woman. This comic was mostly distributed in cities when it was first printed in 1939, which may have resulted in a higher rate of destruction because of a lack of storage space. The first issue of "The Amazing Spider-Man" was published in 1963 and features two stories. An extremely well-kept copy of "X-Men" No. Because only up until recently did Marvel put their creative juices behind their second-tier characters to craft new stories. With his similar healing factor that slows down his aging, Sabretooth (Victor Creed) should be an interesting villain that can be linked to several periods of time with Logan. It's actually the 35 Cent Price Variant, as the regularly distributed version was 30 cents. I am surprised and thought that the 1st appearance of Wolverine would've taken the number #1 spot. "Hulk" No. The interior of it is previously published pages from "Detective Comics" No. In February of 2021, a 9.8 copy sold for $12,000 but on eBay. Ebay saw a CGC 9.6 copy recently sold for $2,400.00 on October 19, 2021. A 9.0-graded copy sold for $281,001 in 2012. The cover was done by Bill Everett and Alex Schomburg. Only one sale, yet the CGC Census has 3 recorded 9.9s in existence so far? Sounds familiar, doesnt it thats because, besides the first Avengers movie, it is also the plot of the first Avengers issue. Sold: Jul 28, 2012 . 1st cameo of Wolverine. Well, the first Black superhero was Black Panther, but the first Black superhero to star in his own headlining comic title was Luke Cage. . We may see Frank Drake appear in the Disney Plus Blade series, and if so, his first appearance in comics is in this issue of Tomb of Dracula #1. If you're one of the nine or ten people that still have a copy are also sitting on almost 200 thousand, the book has been sold for 193K. Only 3300 copies were printed, making it a relatively uncommon book, but if you grabbed one of these in 1998, you'd be $500 richer today. 0 comments#1: Action Comics #1. For a freaking dime, readers were able to get 64 pages of jam-packed action with the first Avenger and the eventual Winter Soldier. Johnny Blaze is Marvel's first published Spirit of Vengeance and is one of the many horror/supernatural characters that Marvel produced during the Bronze Age horror revival when the Comics Code Authority relaxed some of their bans on the horror genre. However, there are only a measly 4 recorded 9.8s in the CGC census currently. As mentioned prior in the Star Wars #1 listing in this article, this issue is not the regular 30 Cent Price edition but the more limited and rare 35 Cent Price Variant. Case in point: the Amazing Spider-Man #300 edition of Marvel Collectible Classics. To end this, A CGC 9.0, which is the next grade lower, had one sale on Oct 20, 2014 or $4,000.00. In a rare departure from the vintage Marvel cards, this specific mint 9 grade Spiderman card from 2013 is one of the highest selling Marvel cards in the past few years. 1 Fantastic Four #1: $20,000-$25,000 Well it's about time we formally addressed the first issue. Just saying. It's also the first Conan Marvel magazine, and Savage Tales is the 1st magazine that marks Marvel's 2nd attempt to enter the magazine industry. In conclusion, the 25 rare and most valuable comic books ever sold provide a fascinating glimpse into the world of comic book collecting. Because of the selected area of distribution, these 35 Cent Price variant comics are more rare than the regular 30 Cent versions that were distributed. Enterprises for copyright infringement (and perhaps a bit of saltiness, since Captain Marvel went on to outsell Superman), and Captain Marvel ceased to exist by 1953. Then, 10 years later, another copy this one only graded a 7.0 broke that record when it sold for $1.5 million in 2020, making it the third most expensive comic book in the world. Theyre the Fantastic Four, a Stan Lee and Jack Kirby creation that quickly became a fan favorite. Marvel's Nyx series was not standard superhero fare, mostly because it didn't really involve any known superheroes. So why was it so expensive? Hence, why this issue, issue # 2 is actually the first appearance of the giant green monster. Marvels first family was and always has been the Fantastic Four. The BvS or Infinity War of its time, Marvel Mystery #9 was the first crossover story between two superheroes when the worlds of Namor and the original Human Torch collided. Oh, and then theres the whole first appearance of the Flash and Hawkman. Cover by Gil Kane, John Romita and Artie Simek. Kicking off the list of the 20 most valuable comic books on the planet is the first issue of The Amazing Spider-Man, a Marvel comic dedicated to the web-slinger, following his smashing success in Amazing Fantasy #15. . It has the first appearance and origin of Man-Thing. Loki is using his magic to pit some of Earths Mightiest Heroes against one another. So, the first appearance of Thanos, a well-known baddie in the Marvel Universe of comics and the main baddie of the fan-favorite classic event series The Infinity Gauntlet that inspired the Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: End Game. A Chinese hero against the oppressive Opium Wars, Unequal Treaties, and colonization of China against British powers would've been more historically truthful and accurate. A 2.5-graded copy sold for $410,000 in 2018. This is why I am putting it below Luke, Cage Hero for Hire #1 for now. This might be one of the best-looking Batman covers ever inked. Other than wearing a cowl, that character was a pulp character," comic writer Brian Azzarello told Games Radar. He has found ways over the years of suppressing the beast, but similar to the Hulk, it's just not easy being green. Texas: San Antonio area (suspected but not confirmed). Someone bought a rare copy of Action Comics #1, printed in 1938, for $3.2 million in 2014. Captain America Comics 128 Page Issue (1942) $200,000 This issue was sold as a 25-cent special in January 1942 but only in Canada. The Luke Cage Netflix show was not that bad, not like Iron Fist. Not that impressed with the Netflix version and was hoping they recast Frank Castle for the MCU. Which brings us to this list and why it is all mostly those three upper echelon comic books. Over at CBCS, there are currently zero 9.8 copies recorded in their census. You've made it through the whole list and knew full well that Amazing Fantasy #15 was going to be the most valuable Marvel book of all time, but just didn't know why. It features the third cover appearance of Superman, and a story involving an abusive prison warden that Superman has to bring to justice. In this comic, Barbara Gordon gets the crime-fighting itch after a trip to a costume party, where she then helps Batman and Robin fight the Killer Moth. Talk about being connected! According to Bleeding Cool, the first "Superman" comic book is rare to begin with and then notoriously difficult to find in good shape. A 9.0 copy sold for $411,000 in 2016 at auction, and three years later a 9.4-graded copy sold for over double that price on eBay. Two marquis issues not just in the history of the Fantastic Four, but in Marvel are both currently tied as 65K at their highest value. The Amazing Spider-Man #1 is one of a handful of important comic books in American pulp history. Copies with as low as a 0.5 grading can fetch over $2,000 on eBay, and one recent sale on the auction site was a 7.0, which sold for $19,000 in May 2019. Iron Fist #14 35 Cent Price Variant. For the purposes of this list, we're using values based on recent auctions and assuming that your closet isn't some Narnian portal that opens up into a 1960s comic store; we're going to assume that everything you can find in your closet could be purchased at your local comic shop, and was published during the late '80s and beyond. Don't get me wrong. Also a very likely chance that this comic should be higher on this list. This comic from DC features a dramatic cover design with Superman stopping a train with one hand, but the cover isnt this books only appeal. I bought my copy for $35 bucks back in the day, and it graded a CGC 7.0 without a press and clean. The 9.6-graded copy of this 1956 comic sold for $179,250 at Heritage Auction in 2009. If you happened to get the later second printing, with the Anti-Venom reveal on the cover, it's worth a lot morea well-preserved copy will score you around $125 bucks. If you had this book on your pull list, the first printing is worth about $25 today. With a seemingly endless supply of mutants and various X-Books that have come and gone during the years, it might be conceivable that you could paper the entire Earth in X-Men comic books and it all started right here with this comic valued at 492 thousand. Even a mid-CGC grade 6.5 went for 26K, but with books being worth what theyll sell for, this issue has been known to sell for 482K. While Nyx only lasted seven issues, its third issue introduced X-23 to the Marvel Comics universe (after first appearing in the animated series X-Men: Evolution). While not as valuable as some o DCs books or even some other Marvel books, this book like Cap is timeless and in theory, could bump in value at a moments notice and is currently valued at best at 343 thousand. Jeez, 2021 was a good year for these high-grade Bronze Age keys. 9.8s are popping in-and-out of the $1,000 range, but an actual 9.9 sale did make history back in 2009. A 9.4-graded copy of this iconic comic sold for $275,000 at auction in 2014. 23 Amazing Spider-Man #6 (1963) $71,000 The only other sale I could find for this comic was back in 2013, and it sold at Heritage Auctions for $13,145! But in the earliest days of the Merry Marvel Marching Society, the big guns were the big guns, and aside from first appearances, that was about it. Third full appearance of Wolverine, and his first in an X-Men title. A near-mint 9.6 copy of "Flash Comics" sold for $450,000 at auction in 2010. Luke Skywalker nearly loses a book full of the Jedi's . If you are interested in investing in comic books, these . Enterprises. The first appearance of the Punisher in Amazing Spider-Man #129 is absolutely one of my most prized comics in my personal comic collection. 31 copy above a 4.0 grade, which might explain how a 5.0-graded one sold for $131,450 in 2017. Even during the Golden Age of comic books variants were a thing. February 27, 2023 By restaurants on the water in st clair shores By restaurants on the water in st clair shores Oh, fun fact here: The original X-Men wasn't a hit with fans and was almost cancelled if you can believe that. But with the massive fanbase the Hulk has, plenty people would be able to bring a copy home for themselves. The comic also boasts the 1st Wolverine cover, and the 1st classic Hulk vs. Wolverine battle in comics. Hands down, the most expensive X-Men comic of the 1980s is the first one. Either one of these is worth your time and effort to find if you're hunting down issues to invest in. Recently a Tomb of Dracula #10 CGC 9.8 sold for $48,000 in September of 2021. The Spawn 227 McFarlane sketch is well in demand and has become one of the most valued ones to date. Pretty crazy. Back in 2009, this perfect copy of Wolverine #1 sold for a whopping $15,535.00. Cover art by Gil Kane, John Romita and Gaspar Saladino. This comic book marks the first appearance of iconic X-Men, including Charles Xavier, Magneto Cyclops, Jean Grey, Beast and Iceman. Iron Man made his first appearance in this 1963 comic book written by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. However, they do have very high grades like 9.9s or 10s that are extremely valuable. Unlike early DC issues, early Marvel books weren't necessarily anthologies, but chaptered features and FF # 3 was no different. It also is not all-inclusive and only includes the most valuable comics from the 90s (we tried not to include anything worth less than $15). Copies of Human Torch Comics are hard to come by, especially early issues like this one, currently valued at 92k. Several Spawn books appear on the Top 100 Most Valuable Comic Books of the Modern Age. Someone had stolen it from his home, but it was found 11 years later in a Southern California storage locker. Of course, they include Superman and Batman comics, along with other Marvel and DC classics, as well as gems from other publishing houses. To save some money to make up Canadas trade deficit, the issues were printed in black and white. Anyway, next super high-grade comic. The 68-page comic originally released in 1941 with a 10-cent cover price. That iconic cover with Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, Ant-Man & The Wasp squaring up with Loki has seen sales of almost $200,000 before, still bringing in tens of thousands of dollars with every purchase. While this comic may have seemed like a step up since the main protagonist is Chinese and a hero of the book, it was more like a back-handed compliment. Pair that with covers that look like obnoxious kids on their way to a rave and issues that often shipped many months apart, and you have a series destined for failure. In this third issue, the Fantastic Four tackle the Miracle Man. Incredible Hulk #180. The character was originally Captain Marvel but became Photon and then Spectrum in the Marvel comic books . Once again, feel free to comment, and I hope you share this article to those who will benefit. Action Comics #1 - About $3.2 Million. In 2014, a 9.0-graded copy sold for $3,207,852 on eBay, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. The massive superhero team up saw them do battle with Namor who fled to the Northern Seas where a super soldier from Brooklyn was knocked out of his block of ice and began to thaw. On top of the important debuts, Wolverine joins the X-Men in this issue, and there's no doubt that his popularity helped to make the 2nd incarnation of the X-Men a success. The very first "Archie Comics" appeared 77 years ago for 10 cents, and sold in 2012 for $167,300. The cover of Avengers# 4 is quite possibly the most famous cover in Marvel after Amazing Fantasy # 15, but also the basis for the grand sweeping hero shot that has become a staple. See it? Curiously, Batgirl wasn't created just for the comics. Hank Pym created a serum that can shrink anything and a serum that can grow anything. Only three copies are known to exist with a higher grade. What are the most expensive comic books ever sold at auction? A near-mint, 9.6-graded copy of the 1963 book sold for a mighty $274,850 in 2012. Yes, its arguably the first appearance of Ant-Man, a character that has become pretty dang popular ever since the "Ant-Man" movie grossed over $500 million at the box office in 2015. Rather, they were used in the 1930s and 1940s to secure trademarks for titles and logos. But something went awry and Doc was turned into a giant Lizard. An ever-growing allegory for Civil Rights started with Charles Xavier standing for Martin Luther King looking for peaceful coexistence pitted against Magneto and his more militant any means necessary approach. Sure it's just another Cap and Bucky take on the Red Skull story and it's Captain Americas third issue. Note that this book can sell for a good amount in almost any grade. For that, his first adventure has been known to sell for as much as 110K. Unfortunately for Marvel, their printers had a heck of a time getting all their fancy covers right, and the era is littered with printing errors. I don't wanna help incriminate myself in the future. A Canadian White isas it sounds, a comic book printed on white pages as opposed to the yellow pages of American publishing. Eventually, the green color was decided on, and eventually the 12-cent comic sold for $326,000 50 years later, in 2014. Kirby created or co-created Captain America, Black Panther, X-Men, Iron Man, Ant-Man, Nick Fury, Eternals, Fantastic Four, Inhumans, Darkseid, Thor, Loki, Baron Zemo. Marvel Premiere #15 - 1st appearance of Iron Fist. One of these comics sold for $291,100 in 2016. It is, however, the first appearance of Ms. Marvel on a comics cover if you waited for the second printing.