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About Chris Brown
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Expertise
I have extensive knowledge on comic books published from 1897 through 1975. My knowledge goes beyond superheroes to include early strip reprints from 1897-1930 or so, science fiction, horror comics of the 50s and 70s, love, crime, satire and other genres. I can provide advice on buying or selling comics as well as answering general queries.

Experience
I am a longtime collector and occasional seller of older comics.

Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts

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Subject	Date Asked

vintage fleetway comics 1960's early	3/10/2010
Q: Greetings Chris, I found comics belongs to my grandfather about 200-300 of them, black ink, ... A: My knowledge is primarily of comics published in the United States. From what I understand, ...
Value of some old comics	3/3/2010
Q: recently going through our parents crawl space we found a whole stack of faily good (though a bit ... A: My understanding is that this magazine featured cartoons similar to what you might find in Playboy ...
Enlarge Superman Comic book	2/26/2010
Q: Years ago I found an enlarge version of the first Superman comic, it is not the 1939 version. I have ... A: In fair to good condition, it's really not worth much. The issue should have two covers, the outer ...
a question about a certain marvel horror magazine from the 70's	2/25/2010
Q: I've spent years troubling over this certain magazine I had and loved when I was a kid. I can't ... A: I can't think offhand of any comic that would have had both Frankenstein and Man-Thing in the same ...
1963 Mystery Incorporated	2/24/2010
Q: I have a comic book that has not been out of the plastic and I was wondering how much it is worth? ... A: There were six different issues in the Mystery Incorporated mini-series. However, there were ...
The Origin of Robin	2/23/2010
Q: I can't find anything about this comic book (the origin of robin, 1969). my granddad found it in the ... A: You didn't provide me a lot of information, but I'm guessing that you're referring to Batman 213, ...
Archie and Me double cover	2/20/2010
Q: I have an Archie and Me comic with two identical covers. The issue is NO 79 Dec 06969. How much do ... A: Archie and me is listed in the price guide as being worth $1 to $10 depending on condition. It's ...
Vintage Comics	2/16/2010
Q: I was cleaning out a small hiding spot and came across a few old comics.(They vary in age) I am ... A: The Batman issue is too recent to have any collectible value. Very few comics from the 90s are ...
starman	2/16/2010
Q: I have tried comic book sites and I have not been able to find any information on a starman comic ... A: You can send me an email at chijae1 at hotmail with scans attached. By the way, the prices I listed ...
starman	2/14/2010
Q: I have tried comic book sites and I have not been able to find any information on a starman comic ... A: Unfortunately, I did not receive any scan. It sounds like you are referring to Adventure Comics 70, ...
Terry Thorne comics	2/8/2010
Q: I have 22 different and one duplicate 'comic book" by Terry Thorne, copyright 1951. All except two ... A: These look like something that some industrious person cranked out on a printing press rather than ...
Terry Thorne comics	2/4/2010
Q: I have 22 different and one duplicate 'comic book" by Terry Thorne, copyright 1951. All except two ... A: Sorry I am not familiar with "Terry Thorne comics." That does not seem to be the title, as I can't ...
Hulk-signed comic book	2/4/2010
Q: I have a Hulk comic book from 1988 (Vicious Circle #340). It appears to be signed by T. McFarlane. ... A: The signature does look like McFarlane's. I would guess it is his, unless someone else is pretty ...
sub-mariner	2/4/2010
Q: I have a Sub-Mariner comic fom Nov. 1968. It is Vol. 1, #7. The cover was originally attached with ... A: Seems like you have some nice issues from the late 60s. Too bad you don't have anything from about ...
Avengers	2/4/2010
Q: I have several comincs from the 80's and 90's, including #15 (Death Be Not Proud), #18 ... A: This copy does seem to be in nice shape. Based on your scan and description, I would give it a ...
aquaman comic books	1/29/2010
Q: i have just started going through a very large collection of aquaman comic books. i would like to ... A: Aquaman appeared for many years as a back-up character in various titles before finally getting his ...
Avengers	1/28/2010
Q: I have several comincs from the 80's and 90's, including #15 (Death Be Not Proud), #18 ... A: Comics from the 80s and 90s generally don't have very much value, as they are easy to come by for ...
comic book	1/27/2010
Q: I was going through some old stuff today and found a comic book i have some questions about. It is ... A: This lists in the priceguide at a little over cover price as being worth $6 in mint condition. ...
Prices on MAD Magazine's	1/23/2010
Q: 76 Jan '63, No. 77 March '63, No. 99 Dec '65 & No. 102 April '66 & was wondering what their ... A: "Good condition" to comic collectors generally means some wear, such as minor tears, wrinkles, ...
Harvey comics	1/21/2010
Q: I believe this was in the Harvey Comics I had as a kid. There were 1 or 2 page comics inside that ... A: I'm not familiar with any characters like this in Harvey Comics. However, it's possible you're ...
Spiderman #7	1/18/2010
Q: do you have any information on a comic book with not for resale in the bottom right corner. Dec7 ... A: I'm guessing that you are referring to one of the following: ...
comic book worth	12/28/2009
Q: How much would an I love Lucy comic book published in May-July 1955, issue #6 in very good condition ... A: This comic book has a price guide value of around $30, depending on exactly what condition it is in. ...
Captain Marvel Jr 1940's 50's	12/14/2009
Q: Chris, My uncle told me of a Captain Marvel Jr when he was young, around ten years of age. He is ... A: Sorry but I have only read a few Capt Marvel Jr issues and do not remember having read this story. ...
comic book basic query	12/8/2009
Q: Q1(Are reprints of any significant value)...I believe this is the bulk of my collection that I ... A: Actually very few comics were ever reprinted. Comics today generally sell no more than about 10,000 ...
comic book basic query	12/7/2009
Q: Q1(Are reprints of any significant value)...I believe this is the bulk of my collection that I ... A: Reprints generally are not of much value although it depends on specifically what you are referring ...
Comic Books	12/6/2009
Q: 1. How do I preserved comic books (such as HC, TPB, etc.) and make it last forevers? 2. What are all ... A: 1. If you're willing to pay for it, getting comics vacuum sealed in a container with an inert gas ...
Superman #1 Reprint	12/3/2009
Q: I am trying to glean whatever information I can about my Superman #1 1939 reprint. This is the ... A: The comic you have is an issue of Famous First Edition and was published in 1979. It should have an ...
Value of DC Comics	11/26/2009
Q: I have a Batman WAR on Crime,Superman PEACE on Earth, and JLA: Heaven's Ladder. I was curious as to ... A: The Batman and JLA list in the price guide at $10 each in mint condition. The Superman lists at ...
comics series late 70	11/20/2009
Q: i rember a comic that was about a plane tht crashed on to a planet and the survivours (humans) were ... A: This doesn't ring any bell for me from the details you provide. Do you believe it was an American ...
Batman Comic	11/18/2009
Q: I was wondering if you know how much my batman comic books are worth? I just bought some online for ... A: Nice of you to support your husband's hobby. These comics all have a price guide value of around $3 ...
Lost horror comic from my youth	10/29/2009
Q: When I was young, I remember pulling from the racks a huge over-sized horror comic which might of ... A: Sorry I don't recognize this story. Based on your saying it was an over-sized horror comic and ...
X-men comics 1982-85	10/28/2009
Q: I have approximately 35 issues of X-men #106-169. All are in very good to excellent shape. Also ... A: You would really need to send me the issue numbers for me to give you any reasonable estimate of ...
70's horror comics	10/17/2009
Q: In the late 70's early 80's my mother had these horror comics. I remember one issue had a man in the ... A: The story you describe sounds like "Jenifer," which was written by Bruce Jones and drawn by Berni ...
star wars	10/7/2009
Q: I found a pack of star wars comics still with the plastic but the plastic has been opened. it is ... A: There were reprint editions of the Star Wars comics put out almost as soon as the originals came out ...
archie and jug head	10/6/2009
Q: I have some old archie and jug head comics I think from the 70s or older I was trying to get a rough ... A: I would not expect very much interest in Archie or Jughead comics from the 70s. (60s issues might ...
Horror comics from the 1970s	10/2/2009
Q: I know this may be an extremely long-shot, but I have just about exhausted all options. I am ... A: Well, I looked around a little bit but didn't find anything that really seemed to match your ...
Horror comics from the 1970s	10/1/2009
Q: I know this may be an extremely long-shot, but I have just about exhausted all options. I am ... A: I do not recognize the cover off the top of my head. Are you able to narrow down the comic titles ...
Mad collectiables	9/25/2009
Q: I have some Mad Magazines and I also have some cars and lunch box and books. I would love to sell ... A: Mad Magazines generally aren't worth too much unless they're from the 50s. Later issues would have ...
Trying to find a horror comic from childhood...	9/12/2009
Q: I have been trying with no luck to find a comic that I loved when I was young. It was produced in ... A: Sorry the cover does not ring a bell for me. If you can remember any more about the comic, or the ...
Superhero Origin related queries and more! :)	9/6/2009
Q: I have a few comic book related questions, but first a little context. I’m an aspiring screenwriter ... A: Sorry you sent me this question as I'm deep into getting ready for my wife's 40th birthday party, so ...
Value of vintage Lone Ranger	9/6/2009
Q: I have a lone ranger comic book, vol. 1 no.10, from 1949 and i was wondering what value it has ... A: Sorry to be slow to respond. We've been trying to put together a birthday party for my wife and I ...
Spiderman comics	9/1/2009
Q: I have found three comic books, and have held on to them for my son who is only 4! I wanted to find ... A: What you have are several issues of comics that were given out as free inserts along with Sunday ...
Astonishing Vol #34 Aug 1954	8/31/2009
Q: Chris, I found this issue at some junk market. The interesting thing is that it is "autographed" on ... A: It was not at all uncommon for children in the past to write their names on the covers and inside ...
Undergrond Comics story	8/29/2009
Q: I am looking for a particular story in an underground comic book published in the late `60s/very ... A: Sorry but this story doesn't ring a bell for me. It sounds like it could be something done by ...
Original Peanuts daily comic	8/25/2009
Q: I have an original ink drawn Peanuts daily comic from 1962 that was given to my father by Charles ... A: Sounds like a great item. I just looked on the Heritage.com website, which has access to its past ...
star wars #1 comic	8/24/2009
Q: 30 cents. Do you have idea of value and where to sell A: The .30 cent Star Wars #1 comic in mint condition has a current Near Mint value of $95. A true mint ...
3 Star Wars comics	8/17/2009
Q: I recently refound some of my comics from the late 70's. I was hoping you could give me an idea of ... A: I assume that "decent" condition means something less than perfect. 16 and 18 would have a price ...
mad magizine	7/26/2009
Q: I found a old issue of mad magazine #174 April 1975 is anyone interested in obtaining as I'm not a ... A: This issue lists in the price guide at around $20 if in perfect condition. If in anything less than ...
spiderman comics	7/16/2009
Q: 00 dollars she owed me money any way they are Spiderman unlimited maximum carnage it says in the ... A: I hate to be the bearer of bad news. Spiderman Unlimited Maximum Carnage is a recently published ...
1970s scifi anthology/reprint?	7/15/2009
Q: I have for years been trying to find a comic I first read in the 1970s - probably 1971 or 1972 (not ... A: Okay, well then, you may have been on the best track looking at all the 70s reprint issues out ...
1970s scifi anthology/reprint?	7/13/2009
Q: I have for years been trying to find a comic I first read in the 1970s - probably 1971 or 1972 (not ... A: Going on your hypothesis that the story you remember was by Kirby, it most likely was a Marvel ...
Double Cover	7/6/2009
Q: I have a collection of Classics Illustrated comics and one of them has a double cover. It is #53, ... A: That's interesting--someone else asked me about a Classics issue with a double cover just a couple ...
tijuana bibles or 8 pagers	7/2/2009
Q: I have come across these that my father had. Can you tell me a little about them ... A: Sorry there is no easy way to tell which of these are original and which may be reproductions, ...
Double cover	7/2/2009
Q: My father has a collection of classics illustrated comics that i have been looking through recently. ... A: That's good news. You do actually have the original printing of this issue. This comic lists in $8 ...
tijuana bibles or 8 pagers	7/1/2009
Q: I have come across these that my father had. Can you tell me a little about them A: 8-pagers had their heyday in the 30s and 40s. They tended to feature cartoon characters, movie ...
Double cover	7/1/2009
Q: My father has a collection of classics illustrated comics that i have been looking through recently. ... A: A double cover is an uncommon (but not unheard of) printing error on a comic that does make the ...
Grading comics with a missing page	6/18/2009
Q: I was wondering what grade to be consider at with a missing page(mostly tear out). For example Hulk ... A: If the missing page includes comic book art, the grade will drop to poor. If the comic stories are ...
Captain America Volume 1 No.2 and Marvel Comics No.4 and a Stan Lee autograph	6/18/2009
Q: I'm interested in buying a Captain America Volume 1 No.2 and Marvel Comics No.4. I'm not sure if I ... A: Here is a scan for the April, 1941 issue of Captain America #2: ...
1962 barbie and ken comic	6/7/2009
Q: I have a 1962 barbie and ken comic book,it is issue #1 amy-july issue made by dell. Could you please ... A: This issue is a valuable comic. What it is actually worth will depend on its condition. If it is ...
Value of a Comic Book	6/4/2009
Q: issue no.2, 1975. The pages are a little yellowed, but the covers are perfect and there are no ... A: In "near mint" condition, this comic is valued at $35 in the current comic book price guide. The ...
battlestar galactica signed first issue	4/6/2009
Q: hey, i was sifting through my comic book collection when i came across the first issue of marvel ... A: Sorry but the value of signatures is outside of my expertise. Also not sure how you can verify that ...
Comic Weekly San Francisco Examiner 1944	3/15/2009
Q: I have the attached comic weekly for the San Francisco Examiner on Sept 24, 1944. Do you know a ... A: The value of old newspaper funnies like this will depend on what strips are included inside. I ...
an old comic	3/10/2009
Q: hey chris how are you doing? i'm hoping you can help me cause i'm going nuts. i'm trying to remember ... A: The only old horror comic I know with a story like The Thing is Adventures into the Unknown 17. ...
Supermen of America	3/6/2009
Q: I recently purchased a first edition John Steinbeck novel, East of Eden. Inside while reading I ... A: This sounds like a fun item. As your googling indicates, it seems to relate to a Superman fan club ...
classic illustrated,treasure chest	2/15/2009
Q: the classic illustrated i found was in a attic,the information i have is from the comic price ... A: Sorry I have had a lot going on at work and haven't checked my email in several days. The Classics ...
spider man comics 1977-1995	2/14/2009
Q: I understand your expertise is for older comics, but I'm hoping you could direct me to someone who ... A: Spidey comics from this time period are only likely to have much value if they are in perfect "like ...
comic books	2/2/2009
Q: i am trying to find the value of a few comic books. i want to know the value of Marvel Superheroes ... A: Marvel Superheroes lists in the priceguide at $4 in mint condition. Exploits of Spider-man, best I ...
comic value	1/30/2009
Q: I have a 1944 Batman Comic #23 in good condition. It has a 10 cent cover of Batman and the Joker ... A: This is indeed a valuable comic. Exactly how much it is worth will depend on its condition. ...
Star Wars #1	1/28/2009
Q: I found an answer you sent to someone in May '08 about a Star Wars #1 book. You mentioned the 35 ... A: The .35 cent edition could certainly be worth several hundred, but $4000 for a fine condition copy ...
Star Wars #1	1/26/2009
Q: I found an answer you sent to someone in May '08 about a Star Wars #1 book. You mentioned the 35 ... A: You are correct that the .30 cent edition of Star Wars #1 also has a UPC. There was a time that the ...
Star Wars Comic	1/24/2009
Q: I found a Star Wars comic book in my husband's childhood things. I was looking online to see where ... A: Unfortunately, the blank box at the lower left hand corner indicates that this is a later reprint ...
comic books	1/20/2009
Q: I have old comics I found. I have a 1938 smilin jack it says 1938 on the back of first page, 1938 ... A: I am not sure what you have if it has a different cover. There was another giveaway, not with ...
comic books	1/20/2009
Q: I have old comics I found. I have a 1938 smilin jack it says 1938 on the back of first page, 1938 ... A: As to the Smilin' Jack, Little Orphan Annie and Dick Tracy issues, do they have a 10 cent price on ...
comics	1/15/2009
Q: When i was younger, probably in the 70's or 80's, I read a comic about a soldier who found a ... A: Unfortunately, I don't recognize this story. I am guessing it appeared in a war comic title put out ...
1958 Mad Magazine	1/12/2009
Q: my name is John. When I was about 10 years old (early 1970s) I bought an old Mad magazine at a ... A: It sounds like you are referring to the Mad for Keeps volume. It is a neat item but does not ...
Ella Cinders Get Well Card	1/9/2009
Q: I have an Ella Cinders Get Well Card drawn by Fred Fox. I can not find any information tying all ... A: According to Wikipedia, Fred Fox took over the Ella Cinders strip in the 50s, and it ran until 1961. ...
Value of spiderman series of 1963-64	1/6/2009
Q: I have the Spiderman series from March 1963-64. I was wondering their value? A: I am not totally clear on what you are referring to. Spider-man #1 came out in 1963 with a cover ...
Star Wars #1 35 Cent Reprint Price	1/2/2009
Q: Chris, I found an answer to a question you posted in the past... Hi Dave There have been many ... A: I may not be understanding something here. Are you saying you found an answer to your question from ...
Artist's Sketchbooks (Again)	1/1/2009
Q: Sorry to bother you again, but I was wondering if you knew anywhere that I might be able to find ... A: A great site for artwork by comic artists, and by fine artists who inspired comic book artists, is ...
Artist's sketchbooks	12/28/2008
Q: Hey Chris. I've recently acquired a sketchbook from Bryan Hitch that has been a huge help to my ... A: I looked at several websites and only found info on one sketchbook by Bryan Hitch, which is called ...
Is this a good time to sell my collection?.	12/26/2008
Q: I've spent nearly 30 years amassing a high-end collection of Marvel Silver age comics, Sports ... A: If the issues you have are key issues, and especially in higher grades, from what I have seen demand ...
Amazing Spider-Man #1	12/13/2008
Q: I recently had a major spell of good luck and acquired an issue of Amazing Spider-Man #1. I've been ... A: I'm not sure what you mean when you say the comic has a recreated cover. Are you saying it is ...
Buck Rogers 1930 Sunday Comics	10/28/2008
Q: I have a color page printed on a non-newspaper stock estimated to have run approx in 1930-31. "Buck ... A: I'm not 100% sure what this is. My guess, however, is that it is something printed more recently ...
Comic Book Investing	10/16/2008
Q: I have about 150 old comics from the mid-1960s'. I would also love to learn how to purchase comics ... A: The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide is the definitive listing of collectible comics. You can buy ...
Trying to find a horror/ghost comic..	10/5/2008
Q: I had a comic as a kid once, don't know if it's Gold Key or not. One of the ghost stories is about ... A: Sorry this cover/story doesn't ring a bell for me. If it's in the Gold Key era, it probably was a ...
Star Wars Comic 02817	9/28/2008
Q: I recently found a Star Wars Comic from when I was a kid and am trying to determine it's value if ... A: You have not provided enough information on this comic for me to give you any idea of its value. ...
comic book values resource	9/12/2008
Q: I recently found an old bxk of comic books. (from the 70's & 80's) Where can I find a good resource ... A: Most comics from the 70s and 80s are not going to be worth too much, although there are some issues ...
Assessing vlaue of 4 comic books	9/5/2008
Q: This is what I have: The Lone Ranger #18, Treachery Lurks Along the Wide Missouri, 1957, no barcode, ... A: The title said 4 comics but I'm only seeing three. I'm not sure what Lone Ranger book you have ...
UPC SYMBOL VERSES CHARACTER IN ITS PLACE OR VICE VERSA	9/5/2008
Q: WHICH COPY HAS MORE VALUE? MY COPIES HAVE CHARACTERS BUT ON MOST SITES I FIND THE SAME ISSUE WITH A ... A: I have never heard of collectors placing a premium on copies with our without UPC codes. The only ...
found Comic Books	9/4/2008
Q: Sir I have found some comic books which I can not find anywhere on the Internet. I am wondering if ... A: The Marvel Treasury Editions and Savage Fists of Kung Fu have a price guide value in the $10 to $20 ...
comic book values	9/2/2008
Q: I just found a container of about 200 comic books - many various titles from late 70's - 80's that ... A: There are many ways you can determine the value of these comics. 1. If you live in or by a big ...
Return of the Jedi	8/30/2008
Q: I recently was given issues 1-4 of Marvel's "The original comics adaptation of "four issue limited ... A: In NM condition, these guide at $10 each. Not sure how easy it would be to find a buyer at that ...
picture or upc	8/28/2008
Q: I'm not a hardcore collector, however something has been bugging me for the few times that I've ... A: These differences generally reflect comics that are distributed in different ways. For instance, ...
Comic Strip lead printing plate-Popeye	8/25/2008
Q: I have a 3 x10 inch lead printing plate of a Popeye comic strip. It is titled: Popeye, the ... A: I have seen printing plates being sold on eBay, though never specifically Popeye plates. I have ...
spiderman	8/8/2008
Q: ..please could you give me a price on how much my Spiderman #1, no price printed on ,prebagged ... A: Not sure how easy it will be to find a buyer for this one. However, according to the price guide, ...
1940's and 1950's comic Books	6/27/2008
Q: I have my first husband's comic collection. They have been kept in individual bags for the last 25 ... A: These issues are definitely worth keeping, or selling if you have no interest in them. However, ...
Collection	6/26/2008
Q: I have a few comics that have sat around for 30 years... How can I check the value of them. And to ... A: As to comic values, the most common source is the Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide. It is ...
comic book resources	6/23/2008
Q: Where would you suggest looking for value information regarding comics not listed in Overstreet? ... A: There is a 1982 book by Jay Kennedy called "The Underground and New Wave Comix Price Guide." I have ...
comic captains	6/23/2008
Q: 1) Was Fawcett's Captain Marvel the first "Captain" character? If not, who was? 2) Why was ... A: It depends on what you mean by "'Captain' character." Are you limiting yourself to comic books? ...
A horror comic I read back in the 70s	5/31/2008
Q: In a horror comic I read back in the 70s, the plot concerned a group of inmates in an insane asylum. ... A: Wow, this is a very adult story line! Sorry, I don't recognize the story. I think I can say with ...
comic books	5/23/2008
Q: I have a July 1944 "Air Ace" comic book which would probably be considered in very fine condition. ... A: I'm guessing your asking about this comic's value. If you're asking something else, please follow ...
Star Wars Comic Book - First Edition	5/23/2008
Q: I have had 2 Stars Wars comic books since I was 6 years old ( I am now 37 ), my father did the ... A: There is a very valuable edition of Star Wars #1, but unfortunately it is not the edition you own. ...
Carl Anderson's Henry	5/22/2008
Q: This is more of a comic strip question, but as you will see a "book" is involved. Have the Carl ... A: Sorry to be slow to get back to you--the holiday weekend kept me away from my computer for a few ...
Classic comic Books	4/25/2008
Q: I have a collection of Classic Comic Books from 1943 to 1969. are these of any value? Most are in ... A: Virtually every Classic issue had an HRN number, but I may not have done a good job describing it. ...
Classic comic Books	4/24/2008
Q: I have a collection of Classic Comic Books from 1943 to 1969. are these of any value? Most are in ... A: Classic Comics are of some collector interest, especially first editions. The problem is that most ...
value	4/23/2008
Q: how much do you think the NO.1 edition of jughead is worth that is in pretty good condition A: There have been several different comic titles published starring Jughead over the years. If you ...
Comic collection	4/22/2008
Q: Hey I have 150 comic books ranging from the 80s and 90s. All in good condition. I don't 'know a lot ... A: I am more knowledgeable about older comics. Most comics from the 80s and 90s are easy to find and ...
The Shadow	4/14/2008
Q: I have the complete collection of 1964 Archie Series The Shadow 1-8. The first issue has a tear ... A: Sorry I didn't get the original message on this from AllExperts. The comics you mention are really ...
the vey first silver surfer!!	4/13/2008
Q: How much is the very first silver surfer comic worth??? A: Not sure if you're refering to the first appearance, or the first issue of the first Silver Surfer ...
mad comic	4/9/2008
Q: i have 2 mad comic books, there both #1 Oct-Nov 1952 issues. how do i find someone to purchase ... A: Mad #1 has been reprinted a few times. You seem confident, though, that the two you have are ...
hi	4/8/2008
Q: I have a comic book collection and wish to know what part the condition plays in its appraisal And ... A: Wow, that's a lot of questions! I'll give some basic answers and you can follow up with more ...
arichie and jughead comic books	4/7/2008
Q: are they of any value, i have jughead #66 and some other jughead and arcie books..i was just trying ... A: Archie type comics from this period are not really high value. In average used condition, I would ...
comic books	4/1/2008
Q: I have quite a few comics from 1950-1970 all in very good cond. witch means no tears no missing ... A: Do you mean you want to send me a list, or did you have something else in mind when you say "take a ...
Spiderman comic	3/18/2008
Q: My son has in his possession a spiderman #2 comic. It came from my fathers home and he is now 95 ... A: The original Spiderman #2 had a 12 cent cover price and was published in May of 1963. Your average ...
1968 dc comics	3/13/2008
Q: I was looking throught my fathers boxes and things in his attic and well there is about 20-27 comic ... A: These comics, if in solid condition, are probably worth a little bit but not a huge amount. DC ...
Comic Book Values	3/5/2008
Q: Can you tell me what the following may be worth (ball park). All in very good to excellent ... A: Other than Little LuLu, these are not highly collected titles. The Little Lulu, Nancy, Casper, Lash ...
Finnish Carl Barks Library, book XXIV, 2007	2/3/2008
Q: We have a brand new copy of the Finnish Carl Barks Library book XXIV printed in 2007. On one page in ... A: Unlike collectors of coins or stamps, collectors of comics do not look for imperfections. This is ...
Star Wars	1/11/2008
Q: If I have a 1st ed. Star Wars, is it worth anything? A: When you say first edition, are you saying the first edition of the first issue? If so, this issue ...
risque mini adult comic books	1/7/2008
Q: APOLOGIES FOR ALL CAPS, EYESIGHT NOT THE BEST.I HAVE A COLLECTION OF MINI ADULT RISQUE COMIC BOOKS, ... A: You could sell 9 in a single lot on eBay. You might possibly earn a little more if you sell them ...
golden age batman question	1/5/2008
Q: i really want to own all the Batman Detective series that Silver St. Cloud is in, which is most of ... A: I don't consider this 1970s issue of Detective to be a Golden Age issue. It is a good issue though ...
Mad Magazine No. 1	12/27/2007
Q: Chris, I want to sell my MAD Magazine No. 1. What is the current value? The comic's grade is VGF ... A: I assume you are referring to the first comic book issue of what eventually became Mad Magazine. ...
Character from 1930's 40's	12/27/2007
Q: Looking for a comic character (?strip or comic book) Called toogeloose. Not sure of spelling. ... A: My only guess here is that you mean Count Screwloose of Tooloose. Here is a good description of the ...
upc symbols	12/20/2007
Q: i have spiderman #239,twice.one with upc symbol and one without.is there any difference? A: Over the past several years, comics have been distributed in many different ways--often resulting in ...
MY COMIC BOOK VALUE	12/4/2007
Q: 1958 AMERICAN COMIC GROUP TRUE LOVE CONFESSIONS,ROMANTIC ADVENTURES NO 94-OCT. A: Romance comics from this company and this time period are not highly collected. If the comic is in ...
comics industry	12/3/2007
Q: how hard is it to get job in the superhero making business A: I am not sure what type of job you are looking for, or even what industry specifically. I assume ...
Selling a Collection	11/26/2007
Q: I collected comics from the early eighties through the nineties. I have several boxes (I estimate ... A: Unfortunately, comics from the 1980s and 1990s tend to be readily available and not too easy to ...
Comic Book Worth	11/25/2007
Q: I recently found maybe 40 or so old comic books in my grandmother's old closet, ranging from ... A: These comics could definitely have some value. Classics issues can be tricky though as they were ...
Special issue #s	11/14/2007
Q: What were the first comics to have issue #s 0 and 1/2 respectively? A: Sorry this is something that has become fashionable with modern comics, which are outside my area of ...
Star Wars Weekly	11/4/2007
Q: As a young lad i was very much into collecting star wars orginal..well original anything. Figures, ... A: American collectors have generally not shown much interest in comics published in other countries. ...
Star Wars Weekly	11/4/2007
Q: As a young lad i was very much into collecting star wars orginal..well original anything. Figures, ... A: I am a little confused by your title "Star Wars Weekly." The original Star Wars comics were issued ...
Any Value	10/28/2007
Q: In cleaning up the attic I found the following comic books all in plastic and in excellent ... A: Yes, comics from this period are very common and easy to come by. There may be an occasional issue ...
Any Value	10/27/2007
Q: In cleaning up the attic I found the following comic books all in plastic and in excellent ... A: It all depends on how old they are. Some of the titles like Excalibur, X-Factor, Quasar and New ...
comic run	9/16/2007
Q: I want to get a list of all x-men related comics ever released. I know about the uncanny x-men line ... A: Of course, as you are probably aware, the order they were released may not relate to where they ...
comic run	9/16/2007
Q: I want to get a list of all x-men related comics ever released. I know about the uncanny x-men line ... A: I think with a little Googling, you can find any number of websites that list X-men guest ...
batman and machine man comics	9/9/2007
Q: i recently came across a 1979 batman comic and a 1978 machine man comic in my attic (in decent ... A: I would not expect these to have much of any value unless they are in "like new" mint condition. I ...
Star Wars 1,2,3 35 Cents edition	7/25/2007
Q: I have the first 3 star wars comics all worth 35 cents and they are in perfect condition. I would ... A: It is difficult for me to make any guarantees to you without being able to actually see the comics. ...
recent discovery	6/27/2007
Q: I appreciate you taking the time to read my question. My grandfather bought a house about 15 years ... A: Condition is important in determining the value of any comic. If all of these comics are in mint, ...
Spider-Man and Thor First Appearance	6/1/2007
Q: I am trying to find out the actual publication dates of Amazing Fantasy #15 and Journey Into ... A: We can't necessarily assume that these issues hit the stands at the same time at every store and ...
dik browne original drawing of snert,	5/30/2007
Q: from hagar the horrible, large signature, the picture is a sketch of the dog snert and a shilouette ... A: Original art can be difficult to price. It's not possible to give any kind of meaningful estimate ...
celebrity autographs	5/16/2007
Q: If a celebrity has a major appearance in a comic book, would that comic increase in value if the ... A: Some old comics with stories or "appearances" by celebrities are worth more. This is generally ...
comic books	5/2/2007
Q: HOW CAN I FIND OUT THE VALUE OF MY COMIC BOOKS LIKE THE HAPPY HEDGEHOG NO 568 OR THE IRON HORSE ... A: A good place to go online to check comic prices is www.nostomania.com You'll need to sign up and ...
How much?	4/10/2007
Q: I have the possibility of getting 300 comic books published between 1962-1989: Batman, Aquaman, ... A: World's Finest 135 in used condition lists in the price guide for $8. #150 lists for $7. If in ...
Star Wars Comics	4/7/2007
Q: I just finished reading the question dated 9/6/2004 about the original StarWars Comics books. I ... A: The first Star Wars comics were actually regular comic book size. You may be referring to Marvel ...
Unknown newsstand comics experiment, '70 or '71	3/17/2007
Q: I'm trying to find out the name of a publication I used to read as a kid in Brooklyn back in the ... A: Based on the info you have provided, my best guess is that you are referring to Gothic Blimp Works, ...
Comic Book Title	3/13/2007
Q: Do you know the name of an action comic book that involved U.S. soldier characters, during either ... A: This comic was Star Spangled War Stories. These stories appeared starting in issue #90 in 1960 and ...
wonder woman comics and seven seas comics	3/12/2007
Q: .. Thanks for the info...guess I was not aware of what the grading system is but they are not too ... A: You can send me pictures at chijae1@yahoo.com. (I assume you mean digital pictures or scans. If ...
wonder woman comics and seven seas comics	3/11/2007
Q: I have a wonder woman #12 Spring 1945 in excellent (maybe mint) condition and a wonder woman #19 ... A: These comics are potentially worth several hundred each or maybe even $1,000+ each if in mint ...
star wars	1/8/2007
Q: I have 1930's star wars comic books with a 10 cent cover price. Could you tell me a possible value? A: You'll have to give me the actual name of the comic you are referring to as well as the issue ...
Star Wars	12/8/2006
Q: In the late 70's I got 2 Star Wars comics. Vol 1, 2. Both slightly bigger than A4 and between a5 ... A: I was not able to find any reference to this title. What is it called in the indicia? In general, ...
selling vs. tax write-off	12/5/2006
Q: I have a collection of comics, quite a few in fact. I am trying to figure out if I should sell the ... A: This really sounds more like a tax question than a comics question. I don't know how the IRS would ...
Framing Comics	11/23/2006
Q: I've asked several comic book collectors for advice on framing but they all said they don't frame ... A: I have never framed comics either but it is not so unusual. Check out www.comicframes.com There ...
comics collection in digital media	11/18/2006
Q: Has anyone put comics collections in a DVD or CD format. A complete collection of New Yorker ... A: While comic book publishers have reissued many titles in book format, that is not nearly as cheap or ...
Trying to find a comic book with this story line	10/23/2006
Q: My name is Jenna and I am trying to find a comic book for someone special to me. He described the ... A: Sorry this story doesn't ring a bell with me personally. There is a lot of Spidey info online ...
horror	10/14/2006
Q: I have a book called "Horror Comics of The 1950s" (nostalgia press) on the last page of this ... A: My understanding is that the only new drawings in that book are the pages by Joe Orlando. Other ...
star wars reprints	10/13/2006
Q: i also have starwars #, 4 thru 14 & 24,25 &28 any value? peggyi have star wars #s 1 2 &31977 ... A: Sorry I somehow listed $2 originally when I see now the price guide shows $4 for the reprint ...
star wars reprints	10/12/2006
Q: i have star wars #s 1 2 &31977 series with blank bar codes & in the upper left ,a rectangle with ... A: Sadly these reprints really aren't considered very collectible. They are listed in the price guide ...
satire	10/12/2006
Q: i am interested in the 1950s satire comicbooks such as "Mad" "Cracked" etc... and i was wondering if ... A: I don't know of a really detailed website listing. However, the wikipedia entry for Mad does have a ...
Value of Spiderman Comic Books	10/2/2006
Q: I am wondering what the approximate value is for The Amazing Spiderman Comic Books. 1962-1963 Volume ... A: I'm not really sure what item you are talking about. Spiderman first appeared in Amazing Fantasy 15 ...
Advice on selling a small collection	10/1/2006
Q: I've been asked by a friend to sell a small comic collection left to him in an estate. The comics ... A: Some comics from the 50s and 60s are quite valuable, others less so. Demand also varies, with ...
comic value	10/1/2006
Q: I have a Marvel Spiderman comic #315 with two covers. Both covers are exactly the same. When you ... A: The double cover is a printing error, but one that is desirable to collectors. This issue lists for ...
Do not know where to start?!!	9/25/2006
Q: My name is Mindy and I have a few comic books that my ex-husband was holding onto..I have searched ... A: I doubt the comics are fake. There have been very few instances of people making fake or ...
how valuble is this comic?	9/14/2006
Q: I'm in possession of a 1928 copy of 'The Gumps" it is book 5. It has some wear and tear and I think ... A: Sorry to take a couple days getting back to you--I've been out of town. The book you describe does ...
Promotional Comic Books	9/8/2006
Q: I have comic book that is apparently a promotional item. It is titled "Jack Flyies Around the ... A: I have not seen the item you mention but have seen it described as a promotional coloring book and ...
Old comic book story identification	9/4/2006
Q: Chris: Sorry about the last email sent in error. Thanks so much for your prompt and authoritative ... A: You're welcome! Good luck in trying to hunt down this issue, if that's your plan. These actually ...
Old comic book story identification	8/31/2006
Q: I was a big fan of Amazing Adult Fantasy in 1961-1962. I recall a story about a deformed human ... A: Sorry to be slow to get back to you. I was out of town and wasn't able to answer this question ...
NEED HELP	8/13/2006
Q: I am wanting to do something but don't have the resources I don't think. I am almost obsessed with ... A: There are countless websites devoted to the X-men and their spinoff characters that can give you all ...
pricing rare comics	8/12/2006
Q: please help how do i price this THE FRANKENSTEIN MONSTER vol.1no.18sept.1975 MARVEL COMICS GROUP A: The current price guide lists the following prices for this comic: $2 in Good condition $6 in Fine ...
Christmas related comics	8/1/2006
Q: I have been collecting comics for about 20 years. My areas of collecting are TV related comics and ... A: The short answer is no, I am not familiar with any such reference. Do you have the two-volume ...
1st print	7/30/2006
Q: Mostly all my comics are superman A: Most Superman comics have not been reprinted. If you are looking at a copy of Superman #1 or Action ...
Spiderman Comic with 45RPM	7/30/2006
Q: Can you tell me the approximate value of a 1974 Spiderman Comic Book in excellant condition with a ... A: In the 2005 price guide, the comic and record set together list for $60 in perfect condition, $36 in ...
Bar codes on comics	7/28/2006
Q: Hey Chris, hope your expertise can help here. I began collecting comics during the early nineties ... A: I have spent about as much time as you have looking at new comics over the past several years. My ...
comic name	7/13/2006
Q: I'm trying to recall the name of a comic book(s) I read probably between 1958 and 1963. Not sure ... A: Unfortunately I do not recognize either of the stories you describe. Based on the time period of ...
Rex the Wonder Dog	6/27/2006
Q: Brown, My name is Alex Weisler and I am an intern at the Journal News (www.lohud.com) in Rockland ... A: Weisler, It's probably best to use email because I may need to consult others for the answers to ...
No Covers or half Covers	6/16/2006
Q: I've just come back into possesion of some of my comic books collected from the early '60's. Most of ... A: I'm not really sure what you're asking when you say "are they worth listing." Are you asking if ...
Old comic Book	6/15/2006
Q: Howdy Chris....I've got a story here, so bear with me. Date: 1940sish _ Place: Great Falls Montana ... A: I am not an authority on Lex Luthor, but I found the wikipedia entry to be helpful in answering your ...
Value of Spiderman Book	5/28/2006
Q: I have come across six comic books all but two I have been able to find the value on. The first is ... A: These are both quite valuable comics. The current retail values are as follows, as of last year's ...
Mad Comics	3/18/2006
Q: Are MAD comics from the 60's & 70's worth much? A: Mad Magazines from the very early 1960s have a price guide value in the $50 to $70 range if in ...
approx. value of comic book	3/3/2006
Q: my friend has a comic book that he is looking to sell but doesnt want to get ripped off.please can ... A: It sounds like you are referring to the Famous First Edition of Action Comics #1. This was ...
Flash Gordon Issue#31,32,33 date-1980	1/18/2006
Q: What are they worth? They are slightly yellowed but otherwise in decent condition. A: Priceguide lists these at $12/each in Near Mint, down to $2 each in Good, so yours would be ...
I would like to know just...	7/15/2005
Q: I would like to know just how much value some of my comic books have.... 1.#1 Marvel Star Wars: ... A: These comics are more recent than my expertise but here's what the current price guide shows for ...
Spider-Man Comic Book	5/31/2005
Q: I was cleaning out getting ready for an upcoming yard sale and I came across a Spider-Man comic ... A: In the Overstreet Comic Price Guide, this issue lists for $1.75. I don't really know what added ...
Angel Love comic book series	5/9/2005
Q: I have a special and the first eight comics in the Angel Love series by DC. Is this worth anything? ... A: These comics are more recent than my real knowledge of comics, as I mainly deal with comics ...
horror comics	4/30/2005
Q: ..anyway i was wondering if anywhere they publish horror comics now or has all that stopped? or ... A: I am not very knowledgeable about what is currently being published, but they have certainly ...
Star wars reprints	1/22/2005
Q: Hey Thanks so much for respinding so quickly and finding out the info for me to me it makes perfect ... A: I got another opinion from someone who was a comic book seller/dealer in that time period. He ...
Star wars reprints	1/19/2005
Q: Now my uncle has been collecting these comics since he was a kid he was even on the mailing list ... A: I will tell you my understanding of this, which a couple other people on a comic-related chat group ...
mad magazine	1/18/2005
Q: i was wondering if you could tell me of any pricing guide for mad magazine and or a list of all ... A: Sorry to take a couple days to get back to you. I am in Raleigh, NC and got caught up in all the ...
star wars	1/18/2005
Q: Hey Chris, i have a MARVEL Star Wars Annual comic, issue 3 (1983) in great condition. At most there ... A: Sorry to take a couple days getting back to you. I am in Raleigh, NC and got caught up in all the ...
Obsolete comic company?	12/19/2004
Q: I was just fishing through some old bins(sad for an 18 year old, I know!) of comics at the local ... A: I'm really not too knowledgeable about comics from the last 10 years. I can tell you that the title ...
Charles Atlas ads in 1930s and 40s comics	12/16/2004
Q: Chris! Your answer is very helpful and informative. I'm wondering, though, if in the final (part ... A: I actually had meant well past the 40s since your original question had given me the impression you ...
Black Hawk Jet Squadron Comic Book	12/16/2004
Q: When I was 8 years old (1951) I remember reading a comic book about a jet aircraft squadron known as ... A: I suspect you are referring to the comic that was titled, not surprisingly, "Blackhawk." It was put ...
Charles Atlas ads in 1930s and 40s comics	12/14/2004
Q: I am a doctoral candidate in History, writing my dissertation on Charles Atlas, the bodybuilder who ... A: Sorry it has taken me a couple days to get back to you. I've had a couple busy days and haven't ...
Question	11/26/2004
Q: I have some old Batman and a few other comics in good condition, and I was wondering if you could ... A: There are a couple online comic price guides. I would use them more as a guide to what is and is ...
x-men	11/6/2004
Q: I have a detailed question that needs a detailed answer the subject is x-men I want to get every ... A: There have been many, many comics with the X-men in them as you mention. X-men, Alpha Flight, New ...
marvel starwars comic prices	11/3/2004
Q: I have a few star wars comics. a few of them are $.35 and have a upc symbol.#7 is one of them. ... A: For Star Wars issues after #4, there is not a premium value for having a upc symbol or for having a ...
Potato Chips Ad in 1966 Comics	10/14/2004
Q: I'm doing some research on an obscure ad that ran in comics in the 60s and need some help from those ... A: Sorry this does not sound familiar to me at all. And if it was a full-page ad, I think it would ...
Mad Comic Book	10/7/2004
Q: Chris, I am looking for a price on the first edition to Mad Comic Books....It is in Good to Fare ... A: The current price guide lists this comic at $500 in good. Fair to good would be 70 to 80% of that. ...
star wars comics	9/6/2004
Q: I have heard that there are two issues of the Star Wars comic book #1. I heard that one is worth a ... A: There have been many different Star Wars comics put out by different publishers, all with #1 issues. ...
Mad Comics	8/29/2004
Q: I recently moved into a house, and in the loft was about 40 mad comics dating around the early 80's, ... A: If these are in truly perfect condition, they have a guide value of around $10 each. Even minor ...
about Peanuts & flintstones comics	8/5/2004
Q: Brown I have several comics from my mom and they are in very good condition, Peanuts comics some are ... A: I'm not sure if you are asking which you could sell most easily, which you might enjoy most, or ...
i have an issue never been...	7/29/2004
Q: i have an issue never been opened still in plastic wrap. from june of 1938 its a first issue ... A: The first issue of Superman, issued in June of 1938, is actually Action Comics #1. This is the most ...
effect of comic publications on the readers.	7/5/2004
Q: watching television on a T.V:the effect of comic publications e.g cartoons on the reading audience. A: I am sorry that it is not clear to me what you are asking here. It might help if I understand ...
comic book industry	6/17/2004
Q: Do you have any suggestions on careers related to the comic book industry that pay well (50,000 or ... A: I am less knowledgable about working in the comics industry than others. There used to be a person ...
The Punisher	6/6/2004
Q: I dont know if you know much about the punisher.. but i know nothing about any of them. And I heard ... A: Sorry it took me a couple days to get back to you. This is outside my expertise so I asked for info ...
human torch	2/26/2004
Q: i have a questin about the value of my comic books the human torch the flaming first issue vol.1 ... A: Most comics from the 70s do not have a high level of collector interest or value. The Human Torch ...
Tarzan	2/12/2004
Q: I have inherited almost 200 Tarzan comics that my father got on a weekly basis between 1948-1952. ... A: The first comic book issue of Tarzan was from 1948. (I assume you are talking about the comic books ...
Vintage Comic books	1/16/2004
Q: I am presently writing a novel set in the early 1930's. In it there are two young boys living in ... A: Sorry to take a couple days to get back to you. I've been so busy that I haven't checked my email ...
Unknown Comic Title	12/28/2003
Q: This is a question I found on another site and it made me very curious. I would appreciate any help ... A: This does not sound like any series I am familiar with. It could have been a story that just ...
mad comics	12/25/2003
Q: where can I find info. on the value of Mad Comics from the 50's? My husband saved a number of the ... A: Mad started out as a standard comic in 1952 and then changed to a magazine format in 1955. Are you ...
Comic books circa 1890s - 1950s	12/5/2003
Q: I am writing a thesis on the visual narrative of comic book paneling. I am particualry interested in ... A: Your question seems to me incredibly broad. One issue that immediately arises is what is your ...
Silver Age Flash (UK)	11/18/2003
Q: I am (I guess) a Flash collector. I live in the UK. The history being: Dad used to buy me and my ... A: For the hardest question first, cold turkey is the only cure. But will your life be happier ...
horror comics	10/21/2003
Q: and nice to talk to you. I have been an avid horror movie memorabilia collecter for a little while ... A: I am actually a 50s horror collector myself. I will throw out a few ideas and you can see what may ...
grading question	10/19/2003
Q: i have a question on grading, How do you grade a comic that has small indents on the cover (like ... A: Indentations on a cover are a significant flaw. If there were just one or two on an otherwise ...
Two silver age/late fifties comic book tales.	7/21/2003
Q: There are two quite old comic-book tales, [the short story type ones that used to appear in titles ... A: Sorry to not get back to you sooner. I have had a busy week and didn't check this email account for ...
superman comics	7/9/2003
Q: I recently found some mini comic books in a box of thing saved from when i was younger. They have no ... A: Here's what I was able to learn about these comics: These comics measure 3 x 4", contain 14 pages ...
Reprints	6/24/2003
Q: Could you please tell me if there are any companys that publish reprints of the old "Fiction House" ... A: First let me tell you that I haven't been in a comic shop in over a year. I have not kept up with ...

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