Note that this is the period that spawned the adam west batman series and the superman broadway musical, and no, this is not a coincidence. Following are suggestions on how to buy a comic book collection from someone else. There seems to be a problem completing the request at present. This starts at the platinum age through golden, silver. Browse and buy a vast selection of silver age comic books collections. The demarcation is not clearly defined, but there are a number of possibilities.
Nov 07, 2016 an overview of the 8 ages of comic books from 1897 present day which includes key events in american history that helped shape the timeline. Though considerably more recent than the collecting of postage stamps or books bibliophilia, it has a major following around the world today and is partially responsible for the increased interest in comics after the temporary slump experienced during the 1980s. Collectors condition comic book raw grading labels. The silver age of comic books useful notes tv tropes. I first heard the term silver age of comics in late 1965. To keep comic books preserved, theyre normally stored in bags with boards and youll want to get bags and boards sized appropriately for your collection. After more than 17 years without the flash, dc comics debuted barry allen as the flash in the 4th issue of their new comic which would quickly develop into a venue for the. Youll come across avengers comics much more often than the captain america comics of the 1940s and 50s. Most popular modern age comic books these are the most actively sold comic books in the marketplace graded by cgc or cbcs. Back issue comics find vintage golden and silver age books. Following the golden age of comic books and an interregnum in the early to mid1950s, the silver age is considered to cover the period from 1956 to circa 1970, and was succeeded by the bronze and modern ages. The collection consists of around 50 comics from the mid 40s to the mid. These books cover a wide range of genres, from superhero adventure tales to horror stories, allowing you to select the type of comic that fits your particular interests.
Heres what happened during the silver age of comic books and why it was. Comiclink is the online vintage comic book and comic art auction destination featuring comic book auctions spotlighting the most desirable cgc graded examples of key comics, as well as comic art auctions featuring the biggest names in comic book illustration from the golden age to the present. The 60s saw the first major comic book conventions start up and gain popularity. How much are my comic books worth welcome to, a quick and simple guide to help you grade and identify your old comic books. I have been a comic book fan, collector, publisher pocket comicsmars attacks 1988 and graphic artist for years necessity is the mother of invention. Mar 29, 2019 comic books have provided many readers with fond memories. Of the many great titles produced by marvel during the 60s, which deserves to be top of the rankings. Publication years range from 1956 silver age until present day. Platinum 18971937, golden 193855, silver 195669, bronze 197079, and modern 1980present. Comic book heroes from the silver age to the present sc 1985. When it comes to silver and bronze age comics, the value of the books from this period. We will have two booths so will be bringing a large variety of books from our. Following the golden age of comic books and an interregnum in the early to mid1950s, the silver age is considered to cover the period from 1956 to circa 1970, and was succeeded by the bronze and.
If you dont care about grades and just want an awesome signed and graded comic book then this is for you. Yeah, but couldnt the same be said about every 1962 to present comic. What do all of you out there in comic book collecting land think. The genre quickly exploded, with hundreds of titles published at the height of the time now known as the the golden age of comic books. Historian will jacobs suggests the silver age ended in april 1970 when the man who had started it, julius schwartz, handed over green lantern starring one of the first revived heroes of the era to the newguard team of denny oneil and neal. The overstreet comic book price update comic book marketplace volume 3. I really dont want to limit the discussion or posts to just silver age stuff as the legion has a history longer than any marvel hero and is being published still. Great savings free delivery collection on many items.
The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and widespread commercial success in mainstream american comic books, predominantly those featuring the superhero archetype. The list of the most valuable bronze age comic books hubpages. Surprisingly, they were still as adventurous and daring as id remembered them and my reinvigorated fervor for the tall tales was reignited. A valuation guide overstreets comics price bulletin overstreets golden age and silver age quarterly overstreets fan the guide. And every superhero comic published today owes something to it in the late 1930s, the superhero was born. The silver age lasted from 1956 note to about 1972 although some people count everything up until 1985 as part of it, folding in the the bronze age of comic books. Comic book collecting is a hobby that treats comic books and related items as collectibles or artwork to be sought after and preserved. Get the best deals on silver age superhero comics 1956 1969. We really need a official legion of super heroes thread to post and discuss all things legion. We have been receiving many high grade silver age marvel and dc comics.
He can be found set up at most major conventions around the. Comic books covering superheros lost popularity towards the end of the golden age and the beginning of the silver age but quickly rose back to popularity once. Comic books originally were published as a means to redistribute comic strips. Silver age comics is one of nycs oldest comic shops. The silver age of comic books was followed by the bronze age. There are a few clearly defined ages of comic books among readers, enthusiasts, collectors and historians alike. First, i estimate that there were about 960 comics featuring supermansuperboy or his friends, so its almost 60% of the total. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age.
The silver age of comics is when comic books really hit their stride and became mainstream sources of entertainment in america. As an historical reference, these magazines present interesting snapshots of the state of the comic book and collectibles market as it existed when they were first published. We created this guide to help the many people who call us asking how much are my comic books worth. Collectors are drawn to comic books for various reasons. Even poor and fair condition slabs and raw examples are quickly moving out of the reach of common collectors. The first history of modern comic books from the silver age to the present 9780761503934. For the purpose of bag and board sizes, bcw has simplified the sizes into three groups, or ages.
There would never again be the heyday of the golden age but the now well underway silver age was allowing more and more comics to be published. The list of the most valuable important modern age comics 1980s onwards. Batman 1960s tv show cape and name logo embroidered patch large version unused. Jun 11, 2014 scott runs you through a brief history of comic books to dive into what makes the golden age, silver age, bronze age, and modern age so important to how comics and the industry are today. While there are some valuable silver age comic books featuring captain america, none are truly rare comic books in the way that the golden age issues are. The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and widespread. If youre not sure what size of bags and boards you need, please measure your comics.
I got tired of using standard labels, cutting, taping, searching, and wasting time. Scott runs you through a brief history of comic books to dive into what makes the golden age, silver age, bronze age, and modern age so important to how comics and the industry are today. From the silver age to the present will jacobs, gerard jones on. Bronze age 19701985 and modern age 1985 to present. Regularsilver age circa 1956 to 1969 currentmodern age circa 1970 to present to keep comic books preserved, theyre normally stored in bags with boards and youll want to get bags and boards sized appropriately for your collection. What size of bags and boards do i need to protect my comic. Get in touch and well help you figure out their value. The following comics are sought after by collectors due to their historic significance. An overview of the 8 ages of comic books from 1897present day which includes key events in american history that helped shape the timeline. Comic book collecting find your favourites from all ages.
Effective with the 4th edition, published in 2014, the overstreet comic book grading guide has been retitled as the overstreet guide to grading comics, and has been published in a new larger format. Comic link the online vintage comic book and comic art. The comic book heroes is great overview of what has for the first time in 20 odd years i waded, cautiously, back into the waters of the super hero comics i found so thrilling as an adolescent. Established in february 1991, in queens, ny, weve got a fantastic collection of vintage books, as well as the latest new releases. Mar 02, 2016 modern age 1985 present day the modern age, which began in the mid1980s and continued to present day, is identified by a number of trends. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get. Jan 15, 1986 the comic book heroes is great overview of what has for the first time in 20 odd years i waded, cautiously, back into the waters of the super hero comics i found so thrilling as an adolescent. Find a comic book shop near you in the local shops section.
The silver age of comics, circa 19561970, saw comic books become. Collecting modern age comic books as an investment surprisingly modern age comic books can be quite valuable. Cant imagine there is enough of the teens of today wanting to buy a tangible comic book collection especially golden silver age books to buy up all the books that come available. Bound volumes trade paperbacks hardcover books other comic related books. One silver age bag can hold several modern age comics, which makes a stiff enough package that backing boards arent needed. Comic books have been published for more than a century, and collectors categorize them into five ages. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. For longterm storage that brings the percomic cost of mylar down to near that of normal bags, yet they are far better for your books. Gemstone magazines overstreets update comic book collecting. Mar 15, 2020 560 different superman family comics may not sound like a lot these days, but back then this was very impressive. Ive been following this book quite closely on gpa for years, as do. These books cover a wide range of genres, from superhero adventure tales to horror stories, allowing you to select the. Modern age 1985 present day the modern age, which began in the mid1980s and continued to present day, is identified by a number of trends. The 1960s was a time of significant growth in the comics industry.
For longterm storage that brings the per comic cost of mylar down to near that of normal bags, yet they are far better for your books. Silver age comics provide you with a look into the past, taking you to an era of books that spanned from 1956 to 1969. Find vintage comics from golden age comics dealers, silver age comics dealers, comic book dealers, and other resources. He still considers himself primarily a collector with parttime dealer activities. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. That would put a vast majority of us in the retirement ages or deceased knock on wood. Get in on new comic subscriptions and never miss an issue again. Youll come across avengers comics much more often than the. Prices generally go down or crash in that kind of situation. The first history of modern comic books from the silver age to the present gerard jones, will jacobs isbn. He began collecting high grade silver age marvel and dc and then migrated to golden age in the mid1980s after completing most silver age runs. If all of these factors are present, a key issue and in high grade, the sky is the limit to value.
Comic book grading labels collectors condition comic book. With new expanded information, it remains the definitive reference for industrystandard comic book grading procedures. Read our blog for our latest thoughts and findings. Unfortunately, by 1950, the popularity of superhero comics had declined precipitously. Choose from 4 new label kits that work accordingly with the following era.
Cgccbcs signature series graded comic book from marvel, dc, image, andor idw. With new expanded information, it remains the definitive reference for. Silver age superhero comics 19561969 for sale ebay. Buy comic book collecting and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Send us details to get a free comic book appraisal. With the development of original characters such as superman, they became recognized as a medium in their own right, and with. Throughout its history, gemstone publishing and before it, overstreet publications has produced a number of different magazines on the subject of comic books and related collectibles. The beginning of the silver age of comics cosmic comics. Rarity, title, issue, and condition determine value, although often one of those variables is far more important than the others. Editions in a comic book series that feature the introduction of a new character, or a significant event in comic book history, are particularly sought after by collectors. Throughout the history of comic books, publishers have made comics is different sizes.
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