Three of the four books i got signed i might very well sell, it is that fourth book that means something to me that i shall keep and cherish. Part two december 1993 rare vintage signed direct edition marvel comic book with coa. Want to know how much your autographed copy is worth and where to sell it. Autographed books can be very valuable, especially if theyre signed by wellknown authors or celebrities. The best place to sell any used book for the most money flipsy. You probably dont need to include every word of the title and authors name.
Does an autograph increase the value of my comic book. Jul 24, 2011 three of the four books i got signed i might very well sell, it is that fourth book that means something to me that i shall keep and cherish. Im not sure that a regular pricing guide would tell me the value of an autographed comic. One stop comic shop ebay autographed comic book mystery. The comic itself will hold more personal value to you even if its not worth much money wise. Before we get into the why and details of the situation i am going to be blunt, the chances of a signed comic book being worth more than an unsigned issue are very slim, and in many cases the signature may actually hurt the value. Includes catch a star collectibles certificate of authenticity. Common books like the works of william shakespeare, prayer books, bibles and encyclopedias were printed in huge quantities during the victorian era and usually have little value. Given these weird parameters, the final comic turned out pretty well. Given the bizarre rules, mark buckingham did an excellent job. The value of the comic books would depend upon whether you have any comics of value to a comic book shop. The value of an autograph depends primarily on the person, but also what was signed, the condition, the availability, and trends that affect supply and demand. Limited to 10,000 overall copies the 10,000 includes books signed individually by bachalo or gaiman, or by both. In terms of collector value, honestly not that much.
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. This grading process details the exact condition and completeness of a comic, allowing the seller to get an idea of how much it is worth. Mar 27, 2020 the market value of comic books is partly determined by a grading process. Fill out this form with enough information to get a list of comparable copies. It wasnt a lot, but typically the increase could be as much as 30 percent. How do you identify signatures in autographed comic books. Stan lee signed spiderman autographed comic book psadna certified authentic coa. Jul 22, 2018 the simple answer is that it can increase the value of a comic book. Every card had to feature at least one character, and as many marvel characters as possible had to appear in the 11 page story. How much is your signed book worth and where to sell it. Fleer had two requirements for the artist and writer doing the comic. Would autographed comics by rob liefeld be worth much.
We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. From what i understand its the only way they really authenticate the autograph is if they are present. Mickey mantle autographed comic book liveauctioneers. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. It seemed like the newer the comic book was, the more the value was impacted positively. Some people get their comics signed on the inside of the comic book first. Site contains full listings, photos, auctioneer links and information. Includes eightytwo issues published approximately between 1991 and 1998. In other words, it takes a dealer time to sort, bag, board and price any comic book. Can an autograph from an artist or writer increase the value of your comic book. Unfortunately, the value of the sig in terms of its immediate resale value has been dependent on the book that is getting signed. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. New listingstan lee signed autographed captain america marvel comic book coa. Age is perhaps the least accurate indicator of what makes a comic book desirable.
We looked at all kinds of comic books that were sold on sites like ebay and heritage auctions, and compared similarly graded comic books that did and did not have an autograph. Sell your comic books,sports memorabilia, trading cards, autographs, game jerseys, vintage toys, advertising, pretrolina and more to. In this video, i unbox another ebay pick up, but this time it has all autographed comic books. Signed books are much desired by collectors, and, generally speaking, a signature will enhance the value of the book. Autographed comic value question the superherohype forums. Do you have an old or antiquarian book and would like to know its value. Includes a numbered certificate of authenticity from limited treasured editions.
Historical accuracy each article includes the historical record price achieved for each book at auction, and the minimum yours is worth if youve found one. We do not open sleeves unless absolutely necessary because we want them to be in the best condition possible. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. The easiest way to know how much your copy of a book is worth on the open market is to check on how much similar copies are currently being offered for. A web site where i could find the value of a comic book.
If you have assured the authenticity of your signed comic book through one of the above methods you then have to find a buyer who not only wants the specific comic book you are selling, they also want it signed. So anyway now im curious how much its worth now that its autographed. Limited edition variant cover signed by joseph michael linsner. Should the comic be signed on the cover or inside of the cover. If the book itself is valuable without an autograph, a signed copy can significantly increase its value. May 14, 2008 what is the value of a stan lee autographed comic book. Autograph value guide research and appraise signatures whats my autograph worth. Wed love to talk to you about your collection, your buying and selling needs, and how heritage auctions can work for you. Wonder woman, batman and superman comics abound, plus scores of others are only a few clicks away. One stop comic shop ebay autographed comic book mystery box. Auctioneers you may post your auction listings free. Get the best deals on signed comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. What is the value of a stan lee autographed comic book answers.
The simple answer is that it can increase the value of a comic book. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. You probably want to know how much your signed copy is worth and where you can sell it. You might think its a rare and valuable book but dont know where to find its value.
This grouping features superman, vampirella and other comic books autographed by various authors and illustrators such as tim sale, joe jusko and many more. May 06, 2016 the signature of a renowned author can greatly increase the value of a book. Includes certificate of authenticity from sirius comics. The number 1 free online comic book community featuring a comic book price guide database, friends, lists, blogs, and more. Like other antiques or collectibles, value is determined by how much a collector is willing to pay for the item. However, books arent the only things authors signtheir signatures can also be found on legal documents, letters.
Autographed 992 unsigned 710 comic books 1191 comic photos 97 comic art 92 comic miscellaneous memorabilia 88 comic figurines 83 comic cut signatures 59. Thats the sound of comic book excitement coming to life and ebay has all the brands, genres and issues any fanboy or fangirl could ever want. I have about 8 autographed comic books and would like to see the value on them. From what i understand its the only way they really authenticate the. Autographed comics signed by writers, artists, stan lee, etc. The comic itself will hold more personal value to you even if its not.
Before you do, its critical to conduct research to verify the authenticity of the signature, determine your books market value, avoid scams, and compare the best places to sell signed books so you can get a fair price. 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. While talking with my grandmother today she mentioned that when she was a christian schoolteacher in anaheim, ca she taught robby liefeld and he was always drawing on things and they he later went on to be a comic book artist. Abebooks is very useful for finding an approximate value of a book but dont use that value for insurance purposes. What to do with signed, personalized books unclutterer. I feel like this one at the very least makes up its value, even if the autographs are a little. What is the value of a stan lee autographed comic book.
Some of the artists who have done signings with him hav. If its that comic and stan lee, definitely get it signed. The comics pictured are the exact ones that you will receive. I feel like this one at the very least makes up its value, even if. The minimum price is not a real reflection of market value.
Whether one of hundreds or one of a kind, a signed book is a wonderful addition to any book collection. Includes eightytwo issues published approximately between 1991. While talking with my grandmother today she mentioned that when she was a christian schoolteacher in anaheim, ca she taught robby liefeld and he was always drawing on things and they he later went on to be a. So how valuable is stan lees autograph it is only as valuable as what you want to spend.
I love what stan lee has created, but rarity is one of the key hallmarks of a collectibles value. Personally, if i am buying a second hand book, i am buying it to read, so any autographs or dedications would get no more than a oh, look at that as i flick past it to get to the words i bought it for. Typically autographed books even with coa certificate of authenticity are not worth much. W neil gaiman script a chris bachalo and mark buckingham. The signature of a renowned author can greatly increase the value of a book. There is no price guide or established value increase for signatures. One very simple method of finding an approximate value of a book is to search for similar copies on and see what prices are being asked. With the overwhelming success of marvel as not just a comic book company its. Robert downey jr and stan lee autographed signed marvel diamond.
There were instances where the comic sold for more and instances where the signed comic sold for less. The market value of comic books is partly determined by a grading process. Most comic books are in sleeves with backer boards. In many cases, unless the creator seldom to never signed anything, the premium doesnt seem worth it to me. It also depends on whether youre getting it autographed to add value or because youre a fan. Is the comic going to be just for your personal collection. Signed means the book has been signed by its author or perhaps by an illustrator, or editor. An autographed book from your favorite author can turn an item of personal value into a cherished keepsake of financial worth. Comic book price guides, like overstreet, have a minimum price for comic books. There are four basic criteria that make vintage comic books. Our comic price guide articles help you to the value of your comic books as quickly and easily as possible. 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.
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