Discuss Hard To Find Or Currently Hot Comics Of Any Era

[StarBrand]

The Agents 6 with Walking Dead preview. Any thoughts on this book? I can't recall for sure if this book has been brought up in this thread before.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Agents-numb ... 1272194835" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[Elveen]

The Agents 6 with Walking Dead preview. Any thoughts on this book? I can't recall for sure if this book has been brought up in this thread before.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Agents-numb ... 1272194835" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

It for sure belongs in this thread. Same as Capes #1.

[grendeljd]

There are only a few books where my price is what I would consider "high" on.

Invincible #1, Sixth Gun #1, and.......... actually I think that is it.

What is Invincible 1 usually going for lately? I got a copy about 5 years ago for $50.

On the low end, $100, high end $200.

I have mine priced higher than that. I'm thinking that it's only a matter of time that Kirkman does something with Invincible. It might happen after TWD has run it's course. And even if nothing happens (Movie, TV, Cartoon) I'm with 4Hun, I think Invincible is the best superhero book being made. I think In #1 will be considered one of the keys of this time period.

Invincible 1 might be the closest thing to a modern Amazing Spider-Man 1 out there.

An interesting thought. I think the title is excellent, an absolute joy to read & usually deals with superhero tropes in clever ways... But will it ever truly hit the mainstream of pop culture, let alone the comic reading masses?

I don't know, I guess there's no way to really predict that. Kirkman's mainstream popularity as a result of the TWD show can't hurt Invincibles chances of entering other media (how about a cartoon series, anyone?), and hopefully in a manner where he can maintain creative control over it.

Thanks for the price info, Elveen - I can't say I blame you for putting a higher tag on yours. You are still making it available to someone who may just have to have it that badly, and otherwise you get to keep one - sounds like a win-win scenario for you... I'm not in the game to flip my comics, but its always nice to know that something in all those boxes I have is worth something

[Elveen]

When I went (just about) all in by setting up at shows, I have to price
Everything.

[grendeljd]

When I went (just about) all in by setting up at shows, I have to price
Everything.

You're either all in, or all out. No tiptoes in tepid waters.

[Elveen]

When I went (just about) all in by setting up at shows, I have to price
Everything.

You're either all in, or all out. No tiptoes in tepid waters.

You got that right.

[StarBrand]

Two copies of Supergirl 1 sell at 12.99 ea before shipping.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SUPERGIRL-1-201 ... 20ce92d7cf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[StarBrand]

Five copies of Aquaman 1 pop at 14.99 ea before shipping fees.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/AQUAMAN-1-1ST-P ... 1e782a9a17" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[StarBrand]

Five Batman 5s sell at 19.99 ea.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BATMAN-5-DC-NEW ... 1e78c8f255" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[StarBrand]

Deadpool Kills The Marvel Universe 1-4 1st print set moves at 52.05.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DEADPOOL-KILLS- ... 43bbaf1c73" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[StarBrand]

Let's see what this Extremis set closes at.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/INVINCIBLE-IRON ... 5d3ea09ea6" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[StarBrand]

Smallville Season 11 #1 first print goes for 12.95.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SMALLVILLE-SEAS ... 5d3df41171" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[StarBrand]

Four copies of Oni's Helheim #1 sell at 6.95 ea.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/HELHEIM-1-ONI-P ... 5d3ec5aee0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[StarBrand]

Fifteen 1st print sets of Django Unchained 1-3 have sold at 21.95 ea.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DJANGO-UNCHAINE ... 5d3d49c84e" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[ian_house]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

[StarBrand]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

Not really. There was tremendous fuss on the entire new line early on, and I'm sure some of that might still be continuing with the readers and collectors.

[Dr. Solar]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

Not really. There was tremendous fuss on the entire new line early on, and I'm sure some of that might still be continuing with the readers and collectors.

Considering how popular these are, it is not odd at all.

[ian_house]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

Not really. There was tremendous fuss on the entire new line early on, and I'm sure some of that might still be continuing with the readers and collectors.

Considering how popular these are, it is not odd at all.

DC's sales don't seem to reflect it at the moment in the wake of Marvel Now. Eg. Five out of the top 20:
http://www.diamondcomics.com/Home/1/1/3 ... eID=133542

Or are you guys saying you think it's due to the quality of those early books, possibly coupled with it just being early numbers of big DC titles therefore more 'collectable'.

[StarBrand]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

Not really. There was tremendous fuss on the entire new line early on, and I'm sure some of that might still be continuing with the readers and collectors.

Considering how popular these are, it is not odd at all.

DC's sales don't seem to reflect it at the moment in the wake of Marvel Now. Eg. Five out of the top 20:
http://www.diamondcomics.com/Home/1/1/3 ... eID=133542

Or are you guys saying you think it's due to the quality of those early books, possibly coupled with it just being early numbers of big DC titles therefore more 'collectable'.

This is probably a copout, but it's often just plain difficult to tell why some back issues sell for the prices they do. No doubt the law of supply and demand is in effect, but why some of these issues are affected like they are is inexplicable to me. Sort of like some of the All New X-Men back issues. I guess dealers just didn't keep enough back stock to meet the demand on some of these.

[Elveen]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

Not really. There was tremendous fuss on the entire new line early on, and I'm sure some of that might still be continuing with the readers and collectors.

Considering how popular these are, it is not odd at all.

DC's sales don't seem to reflect it at the moment in the wake of Marvel Now. Eg. Five out of the top 20:
http://www.diamondcomics.com/Home/1/1/3 ... eID=133542

Or are you guys saying you think it's due to the quality of those early books, possibly coupled with it just being early numbers of big DC titles therefore more 'collectable'.

This is probably a copout, but it's often just plain difficult to tell why some back issues sell for the prices they do. No doubt the law of supply and demand is in effect, but why some of these issues are affected like they are is inexplicable to me. Sort of like some of the All New X-Men back issues. I guess dealers just didn't keep enough back stock to meet the demand on some of these.

I can be difficult to understand/explain some back issue prices. This is what I spend a bunch of time talking to customers about at cons (and one thing I enjoy).

For ex. a book like Nightwing #4 new 52. This book is a pricy book. I have to/get to explain the reason for the price of the book like 4-6 times a show. Sometimes Doc and I will alternate doing it cause it happens so often. The same reason Batman #4 is more than #2 and #3.

Then you look at a book like Birds of Prey #8 or NYX #3. These books will always command price. I don't think they will really significantly go up (unless X-23 is in a TV show of movie) but they market has decided that they have price.

Obv. TV and movies can drive a lot of modern back issue price. But you look at a book like Saga, I remember seeing TONS of these books, now ..... poof.... no more. One point I DO make to a lot of customers is that some of the modern books that command price (TWD, Chew, Saga, Invincible) not only have scarcity going for them but they are also quality products that have come out on time/to mostly on time.

It can be crazy to see prices jump on books during a weekend con. The last time I was in AZ, Peter Pan #1 took off. I sold my copy for $100 (and I was stoked) on Fri, by the time the con was over I think a dude behind me sold his for like $180. Crazy. At Wondercon a book that really went up was Injustice #1. I think I sold my 1st copy at $18 and then got up to $30+. I just sold my last copy for $45 in Long Beach.

The modern market is fascinating to me.

[FormerReader]

I'm sure it's been discussed somewhere, but can someone explain to me how Amazing Spiderman #300 CGC 9.8 has become a $800 book? It was a $500-$550 book a few months ago.

[StarBrand]

I'm sure it's been discussed somewhere, but can someone explain to me how Amazing Spiderman #300 CGC 9.8 has become a $800 book? It was a $500-$550 book a few months ago.

I hadn't noticed that had happened. That's always been one of my favorite long-term books.

[StarBrand]

Elveen made the comment the modern comic market fascinates him. It does me as well.

[lorddunlow]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

Not really. There was tremendous fuss on the entire new line early on, and I'm sure some of that might still be continuing with the readers and collectors.

Considering how popular these are, it is not odd at all.

DC's sales don't seem to reflect it at the moment in the wake of Marvel Now. Eg. Five out of the top 20:
http://www.diamondcomics.com/Home/1/1/3 ... eID=133542

Or are you guys saying you think it's due to the quality of those early books, possibly coupled with it just being early numbers of big DC titles therefore more 'collectable'.

This is probably a copout, but it's often just plain difficult to tell why some back issues sell for the prices they do. No doubt the law of supply and demand is in effect, but why some of these issues are affected like they are is inexplicable to me. Sort of like some of the All New X-Men back issues. I guess dealers just didn't keep enough back stock to meet the demand on some of these.

As far as the All New X-Men goes, I think is has to do with the fact that retailers had no idea how many to order for the first few issues, as they had to put in orders for #2-4 before they even got to see how popular #1 was. It ended up being a good series (so I've heard - I haven't read it myself), and I would assume it was under ordered making supply less than demand.

[nutflush76]

Do you not think the early new 52 DC issues that are commanding pretty impressive prices are a bit odd? Particularly as critically (except Batman) theres not been a huge amount of fuss.

Not really. There was tremendous fuss on the entire new line early on, and I'm sure some of that might still be continuing with the readers and collectors.

Considering how popular these are, it is not odd at all.

DC's sales don't seem to reflect it at the moment in the wake of Marvel Now. Eg. Five out of the top 20:
http://www.diamondcomics.com/Home/1/1/3 ... eID=133542

Or are you guys saying you think it's due to the quality of those early books, possibly coupled with it just being early numbers of big DC titles therefore more 'collectable'.

You have to look at the rest of the books making up the top 20. A bunch of #1's, Age of Ultron #2 and a lot of earlier #'d issues. To say that a book that's on issue #18 is not as popular as a book that is on issue #1 or 2, part of an event, or other low numbered book is misinterpreting the market. A lot of early books are picked up in greater numbers than a book on say, issue #18 because people think those early books are more valuable, particularly if its a 1 or a 2.

That's part of why the big 2, Marvel in particular, have been relaunching their series every couple of years. #1 sells more than #18.

Very rarely do books ever increase in sales as the series continue, the Image books of the last couple of years are a fluke, this what accounts for the sales declines and not necessarily a decline in popularity.

Heck, every single VEI book is selling less than their #1 issue, but I would argue that VEI's popularity has increased in the year that they have been publishing their line.

So, these books do have a following. Plus, there is always someone who just picked up a book in a series last week and has to get the first issue.