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Hi Brian,
I don't know if you are able to help but I have recently acquired numerous old comic books and I am trying to see of any of them are of any value, Some of the titles include, unknown worlds no. 28, sinister tales no's 19, 87 & 91, ant man and the wasp, strange tales no. 107, amazing stories of suspense no. 80, a copy of strange mysteries (not too sure what no), astonishing stories, justice league of America no. 19 (I think), Superman no. 159, and many others I can list of you are interested?, I am not necessarily interested in selling but more am curious as to whether they have any worth
Many Thanks
Jon Hughes
Hi, Jon - thanks for your question! They certainly have value, but it is all dependent upon condition and market forces. Essentially, if you grade them and then look at a corresponding price guide or auction site, you should get a good idea of their value.
For grading, I recommend:
http://www.e-bigs.net/freetool.php
A good visual guide.
For a price guide, I recommend either the bible, which is Overstreet's Comic Book Price Guide or the Comic Buyer's Guide, which is a monthly magazine with updated prices every month. Other than that, for a quick general idea, you can try either looking the books up on eBay or here:
http://www.comicspriceguide.com/
Also, you can check my page out for beginners at:
http://www.metropolisplus.com/comicsbasics.htm
Hope that's helpful - let me know if there's anything else I can help you with!
Pax, harmonia,
Brian G. Philbin
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Brian G. Philbin
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I`ve been collecting comics for over 40 years and am able to answer most questions regarding comics, creators, fandom and the industry from the Golden Age through to today`s comics, with an emphasis on super and action heroes and most of my expertise ranges in the Silver to Modern Ages. My expertise lies in DC Comics/National Periodical Publications, although my general knowledge extends well into Marvel, Tower, Archie, Charlton & many of the "Independent" companies that began in the late 70`s & 80`s. I do have some knowledge of the Western, Funny Animals, Romance and other genres, but to a lesser degree, so please don't grade me on specific knowledge of these areas if you choose to ask me questions on those topics. For questions related to or similar to "How much are my comics worth?", please see my website, which will provide quick answers and tools for you to obtain those answers at:
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I have been a comics reader/fan for over 42 years now and have followed industry trends from distribution to creation to fandom to retail and back again. I have had articles and letters published in Comic Buyers Guide, Comic Book Marketplace, Comic Effect, have appeared on several comic book podcasts and have several websites dedicated to comics at:
If there's a question I don't know the answer to, I usually know who to ask and have been providing online information to a wealth of inquirers for over 10 years now. I'll do my utmost to answer your question, whether it is simple or in-depth, as long as it isn't: "How much are my comics worth?" - that question can be answered by visiting my page at:Publications
Comic Buyers Guide, Comic Book Marketplace, Comic Effect and opinions & writings mentioned or featured on several podcasts.
Education/Credentials
Baccalaureate of Science, Eastern Michigan University Panelology Studies w/ Robert Beerbohm, Mark Evanier, Scott Shaw, Ron Goulart, Jim Steranko, Roy Thomas and Q & As with Bob Rozakis, Elliot S. Maggin and John Byrne.
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