You can verify by checking overstreets comic book price guide, the 2008 edition to be certain. Present enough to deliver value in the hundreds of dollars, adding a limited number of price variants shouldnt change those hundreds of dollars into tens of thousands. The idea that a single issue of a comic book could sell 1 million printed copies in the current comic book selling market is. However, if you take it to a comic book dealer, he will offer you less than 10% of what the comic book s value is. Jun 22, 2016 by benjamin nobel, june 22, 2016 related slideshow. Battlefront video games, idw modern age star wars comics, star wars star wars remotecontrolled toys, star wars celebration collectible comics, star wars series 1 sealed star wars trading cards, darkness cgc modern age star wars comics, star wars stars wars upholstery craft fabrics, 1. George lucas wanted marvel to adapt the star wars films into comic book formats because he was inspired by fantastic four as a. So if you have a lesser condition one, then its virtually worthless except as a fun comic to read. Episode i the phantom menace comic books for sale online. A books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Find star wars 1 comic and star wars comic 1 1977 from a vast selection of star wars. Save star wars comics value to get email alerts and.
When publisher dark horse comics acquired the comic book rights to star wars in the early 1990s, they decided to go on ahead and create. Star wars episode 1 phantom menace 1999 comic books. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. Heading up marvels first star wars comic in years and the first as part of the new. Dark horse comics is the thirdlargest comics publisher in the u. Star wars 2015 comic book by marvel 75 issues, 411 covers. This was the first comic to be based off a star wars film. Want to know what the current value of your old comic books are. Aug 21, 2008 you can verify by checking overstreets comic book price guide, the 2008 edition to be certain. The comic book is in great condition and its the original print.
Approximately 1,500 were printed with only an estimated 400 surviving to date and only a handful of those being in nmmt condition. Rinzler is a bit shaky at the helm of this major release, but mike mayhews generally gorgeous art carries a jumpy story to make a comic thats worth checking out by fans of scifi in general, not just star wars. Near mint copies of the second printing are in the thousands, and even. The first issue of the star wars comic book with the 35 cent price can be worth thousands of dollars depending on its condition. George lucas wanted marvel to adapt the star wars films into comic book formats because he was inspired by fantastic four as a teenager and based darth vader off doctor doom. Star wars comic books added 3 new photos from april 19. Star wars toys that could be worth thousands today insider. Still, most of the books on this list will fetch a few hundred dollars on ebay. Definiely renewed interest in this title with the announcement of new star wars films featuring the original cast. Star wars volume 1 is a 296 paged book collecting the first 12 issues of the inaugural star wars monthly ongoing comic book series from marvel comics.
Feb 15, 2012 the comic book is in great condition and its the original print. The comic book price guide for great britain star wars 1st. The first printing very limited is worth thousands in anything approaching decent shape. Star wars is a comic book series published by marvel comics from april 12, 1977 to may 27, 1986.
Dec 16, 2016 5 star wars comics to read after seeing rogue one. So if you have a lesser condition one, then its virtually worthless except as a fun comic to. Signed by editor in chief jim shooter with lone star. However, if you take it to a comic book dealer, he will offer you less than 10% of what the comic books value is. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. As rare as issues of the original star wars first issue might be, though, there. But i dont know how to go about it without overwhe. Overstreet makes special note of their existence in the price guide, and market prices. Star wars isnt the only title with these variants, and there is a subset of people who collect these 35 cent variants.
You should try to get a few dollars for them at a yard sale. Blackthorne publishing released a threeissue run of 3d comics from 1987 to 1988. Star wars comics have been produced by various comic book publishers since the debut. The force awakens with these comic book highlights. Jul 26, 2014 marvel comics launches new star wars in january. Chewbaccas miniseries proves that star wars can operate on a molecular level. There are no ads besides a house ad for the subsequent issue. Star wars comic books 30c reprints are not valuable. Adapted for comics by henry gilroy from an original screenplay by master movie maker george lucas and artfully illustrated by rodolfo damaggio and comics legend al williamson, make sure you catch this legendary series thats sure to.
By benjamin nobel, june 22, 2016 related slideshow. It gives tips on how to grade and what the approximate value might be. Obviously im looking to capitalize on the release of the new movie coming out in december. The book also gives rare glimpses into the life of obiwan in the time between episodes iii and iv, which are some of the best star wars stories so far and continue to prove obiwan is in dire need of his own spinoff film. This issue was published in two versions, one by marvel, the other by whitman. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Dark horse comics proudly presents the comics adaptation of the longawaited first episode of the star wars saga. When publisher dark horse comics acquired the comic book rights to star wars in the early 1990s, they decided to. Star wars comics have been produced by various comic book publishers since the debut of the 1977 film star wars.
I was a little uncertain how marvel would continue dark horses star wars comic legacy, but this issue certainly doesnt disappoint. Anyone have any advice or comments regarding the liquidation of this hoard. An eponymous series by marvel comics began in 1977 with a sixissue comic adaptation of the film and ran for 107 issues until 1986. It has been graded by mycomicshops experienced graders. It is intended as a fancomic and is not for profit. Featuring classic star wars characters luke skywalker, princess leia, han solo, chewbacca, c3po, and r2d2, the first six issues adapt the may 1977 film star wars. All comic books purchased from include 1 free acidfree plastic sheeth to preserve comic book from handeling and maintain quality, 1 free acidfree hard back white board to keep the comic book flat, and to preserve quality. Get the best deals on bronze age star wars comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Goldenage collectors clamor for these topdollar books. Signed by artist walt simonson with lone star comics certificate of authenticity. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps.
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