What are the 15 most expensive scifi, fantasy and horror. The characters earliest comic book appearances were in comic strip reprints published in several titles, such as sparkler, tip top comics and single series. The 20 most expensive comic books in the world 2020. Tarzan is a series of twentyfour adventure novels written by edgar rice burroughs 18751950 and published between 1912 and 1966, followed by several novels either cowritten by burroughs, or officially authorized by his estate. If there are 15,000 copies of the comic in perfect condition, it is going to be less desirable than one with only 100 known copies in mint condition. Includes part three of jesse marshs adaptation of burroughs apeenglish dictionary. Richardson started out by opening his first comic book store, pegasus books, in bend, oregon, in 1980. This is a great thread, i knew a lot of the books mentioned were rare and expensive but some i had no idea exactly how rare. Edgar rice burroughs books adapted by marvel include tarzan of the apes, tarzan and the jewels of opar and jungle tales of tarzan. There are also two works written by burroughs especially for children that are not considered part of the main. First editions of wellloved books can become the most prized in literature. Tarzan 1977 comic read tarzan 1977 comic online in high. Edgar rice burroughs tarzan and millions of other books are available for. Tales of tarzan graphic novels are finally collected into one deluxe hardcover.
Each year, thousands of rare books are sold for hundreds or thousands of dollars eachand often much moreand many of those books are clearly science fiction, fantasy or horror. Tarzan is a literary creation of edgar rice burroughs. Jan 19, 2006 16 tarzan of the apes by edgar rice burroughs mcclurg, 1914. We offer modern, bronze age, silver age, and golden age comics. From there he was able to use the funds from his retail operation to start his own publishing company. The series is written by the author edgar rice burroughs between the year 1912 and 1965 and there have been many adaptations of the. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information.
Comics are like a fine wine they only get better and more valuable with age. Viewed by many fans as being the holy grail of comic collectables, it features the debut of jerry siegel and joe shuster s historic superman. Almost all comic books have the retail cover price at the time of publication on the cover. The character of tarzan has appeared in burroughsos own sequels, movies, television, comic books, a successful comic strip and spinoff products. Tarzan has appeared in many comic books from numerous publishers over the years, notably western publishing, charlton comics, dc comics, marvel comics and dark horse comics. Why the beasts stampeded text story, art by nat edson. He is the authors most recognizable character another being john carter having appeared in many comics and movies. Since bantu is the smallest dog in the village, and hambi the smallest five yearold child, they need to use their wits to get along. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps.
The lair of the lion man, script by gaylord du bois, art by jesse marsh. Please do not spoil content of next issues report spoiler. Top 50 most valuable comic books of all time golden silver age superman batman top 10 20. The supply of particular old comic books is important to figuring value as well.
If we dont, add it to your want list and well notify you when its in stock. Tarzan big little books thank you edgar rice burroughs for creating a character that made my imagination run wild as a kid. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world. Hubert howe bancroft, book of wealth first edition 1896 2. Zatanna and the house of secrets gn 2020 dc kids 11st. When it comes to collecting tarzan books, tarzan of the apes is easily the most precious. The tarzan series is a series written by the american author edgar rice burroughs. Characters tarzan and phantom makes young and old like the jungle. The books on this list are like a total solar eclipse in that they only appear every now and then. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age began. Most comics that say 30c or higher on the cover are of later vintage and have limited value. Apr 10, 2020 the supply of particular old comic books is important to figuring value as well. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database.
Fred guardineer, basil wolverton, batman, the phantom, tarzan, the crimson avenger, zatana, red ryder. The latest issue of xmen revealed that one of marvels oldest mutant couples tied the knot at some point offpanel. The 20 most expensive comic books ever sold da card world. Dark horse comics, rare and classic dark horse comic books. For years, my biggest comic collecting regret has been that i didnt know or understand how amazing precode horror and crime books were when i was younger. Burne hogarth is one of the most famous artists in the history of comic strips at the. Tarzan is one of the most celebrated fictional heroes ever created. Even if theyre not rare comic books, they are collectible. Depends on how you define comic book and whether or not you want to know about superheroes or other heroic characters too, i believe dc doctor occult is the earliest that meets the definitions due to his 1935 appearance in a comic since he is c. One of the most influential and revered illustrators ever adapts two of edgar rice. Superman and spiderman rouses a childs passion for flying.
There is a good case to be made that a theoretical 9. Tarzan remains one of the most recognizable characters in storytelling a genuine cultural icon. Save 30% from the prices below get code for comics in stock over 60 days, whose prices are. Tarzan and the valley of gold 1966 authorized by the burroughs estate as the 25th official novel, this work by fritz leiber is based on the screenplay for the film of the same name. Apr 23, 2017 depends on how you define comic book and whether or not you want to know about superheroes or other heroic characters too, i believe dc doctor occult is the earliest that meets the definitions due to his 1935 appearance in a comic since he is c.
As the series progressed and became more popular, the books were issued with larger first printings, so the cost to acquire each subsequent tarzan story. Most comic book lovers pledge allegiance to either dc comicsfeaturing that famous alien from krypton and aquaman, among many othersor marvel comics, which gave us the webslinging spiderman, the new mutants and patriotic captain america. At the end of tarzan and the jewels of opar 1918, the fifth book in the twentyfour book series, burroughs writes, lord and lady greystoke with basuli and mugambi rode together at the head of the column, laughing and talking together in that easy familiarity which common interests and mutual respect breed between honest and intelligent men. When my bedroom door was closed my room turned into a jungle and i imagined myself as tarzan of the apes. The chiefs rooster torments both of them until hambi trips as the. The idw books are a little smaller than i would like to see iti wish they were full size or at least the size of the dark horse tarzan book, but they are gorgeous with the slightly larger than tab size pages and nice color shot from original sunday comic strip pages nicely cleaned up though i dont have any original sunday pages to compare. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a gold.
View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. He has appeared in books and comics, and his adventures have been broadcast on radio, television and cinema 80 plus movies. Dark horse comics was founded in 1986 by mike richardson in milwaukie, oregon, with the concept of establishing an ideal atmosphere for creative professionals. List of most expensive books and manuscripts wikipedia. Its enough to make a guy ponder upping the homeowners insurance. Aug, 20 the idw books are a little smaller than i would like to see iti wish they were full size or at least the size of the dark horse tarzan book, but they are gorgeous with the slightly larger than tab size pages and nice color shot from original sunday comic strip pages nicely cleaned up though i dont have any original sunday pages to compare. Volume 2 of hal foster tarzan sunday pages is an improvement on volume 1. There are twentyfour novels about adventure in this series and the character is among the most loved characters around the world. The valuable ones will have 10c, 12c, 15c, 20c, or 25c on the cover. Top 50 most valuable comic books of all time golden silver. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world today.
Book 1 of 5 in the tarzan the complete burne hogarth sundays and. I dont know whats more rare, seeing a highend copy of one of these books or any one of them actually going up for sale. Untitled bantu, dog of the arande story, art by jesse marsh. Animated superhero shows and movies better than liveaction versions. Tarzan big little book for sale rare tarzan comics. With ebay, you dont have to choose sides, because we have plenty of any option.
In this educational video we look at the most valuable rare comic books worth money. The dates of composition of the books range from the 7thcentury quran leaf palimpsest and the early 8th century st cuthbert gospel, to a 21stcentury holograph manuscript of j. Justice league of america comics click for main article have peaked and then declined in value, as speculation and then profit taking around the jla movie came and went. Tarzan and the waziri confront a chieftain intent on conquering all of africa with modern weapons.
Just as supply and demand work for any retail product, the less supply of a particular comic, the greater the demand. May 16, 2016 vintage marvel comics are seen for sale at st. Unfollow tarzan comic book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Get the best deals on tarzan comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. Edgar rice burroughs creation first appeared in an issue of the pulp publication allstory magazine in october 1912 and a book version followed two years later. Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 19381956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. If youre looking for a hard to find back issue, we probably have it. In fact, violent images make me turn green and i dont handle graphic horror movies well. Tarzan apes by edgar rice burroughs, first edition, 1914. If you have one of these rare books sitting on a shelf somewhere, get ready to cash in. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the.
This milestone issue is currently ranked as the eighth most valuable comic book of all, its value appreciating more during 2004 than all but three of the top 25 golden age books. Tarzan 1977 comic read tarzan 1977 comic online in. Important first appearances in comic books new york. Important first appearances in comic books new york daily news. Mar 21, 2017 top 50 most valuable comic books of all time golden silver age superman batman top 10 20. Tarzan 19481972 dellgold key comic books mycomicshop. Features the introduction of jane to the comic book series. Heres how much your vintage comics are now worth mashable.
Tarzan is the orphaned son of a british lord who was raised by a pride of apes in the african jungle and later discovered by a group of explorers. Burroughs was the first writer of fiction to shrewdly exploit his creation in a manner which is now considered business as usual. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. Frank baum, the wonderful wizard of oz first edition 1900. This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books.
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