Just how much does the value of a comic book appreciate throughout the years. Find the value of the marvel comic star wars volume 1. Serphidian eyes, script by michael fleisher plot and david michelinie script, pencils by joe brozowski, inks by vince colletta. This was the first comic to be based off a star wars film. Chumlee has to call in multiple experts to inspect a 1977 star wars comic released by marvel and signed by the original trio of castmembers in this clip from if the pawn dont fit. The series was such a smash hit for marvel in an otherwise dismal sales year that many who worked at marvel in 1977 consider it to have. 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.
Dec 16, 2015 the french comic that may have influenced star wars the world. What is value 1977 marvel special edition star wars volume. If you want to sell comic books for cash, then we can help you to get the most money for your rare comics. Save star wars comics value to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Marvel special edition featuring star wars 1 collects the first three issues from the marvel star wars series of comics. A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, the adventures of luke skywalker, han solo, princess, leia, darth vader and more continue. What is the value of a marvel special edition star wars comic book 1977 volume 1 collectors edition. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. Buying or selling without iguide could be hazardous to your wealth. Oversize special late70s reprints of star wars 4, 5, and 6. The marvel star wars series of comic books was the first ever comic series created for the saga. Any new or updated information can and should be added to this page. This i found in the overstreet comic book price guide. Without the issues condition youll need to refer to the overstreet comic book.
Vintage star wars marvel comic books can have significant value to collectors, especially. It spanned 107 issues, with three special annual issues. The series was relatively longrunning, lasting from 1977 to 1986. Find out what star wars books command the highest prices, plus how to tell how. The vast majority of comics from the 1980s and later have little, if any, value today. Read star wars 1977 comic online free and high quality. Star wars marvel vintage comic books lot 1977 full. This is a list of star wars comics, comic books set in the fictional star wars universe. Star wars 1977 comic read star wars 1977 comic online. May 16, 2016 a new infographic from gocompare reveals how much your old comics are currently worth.
Star wars comic book price guide first released in 1977 just before the initial movie came out, star wars comics from marvel have become solid collectors items. Overstreet makes special note of their existence in the price guide, and market prices. Unfortunately, star wars and marvel and frankly the comic book industry in general have quite a lot of catching up to do on that front. The 26 rarest star wars collectibles and what theyre worth. Number of printed issues, where it can be verified, any facts that may affect the book value. So here are a few awesome ladies id love to see involved in future star wars comics.
Marvel special edition featuring star wars vol 1 1 marvel. For a full synopsis, please see the comic linked in this message box. You can verify by checking overstreets comic book price guide, the 2008 edition to be certain. George lucas wanted marvel to adapt the star wars films into comic book formats because he was inspired by fantastic four as a. When the movie star wars became an unexpected breakout hit in 1977, the logo was on tshirts, wall posters, and lunchboxes. Assuming you keep your comics in near mint condition prices for the infographic were determined assuming that comics were a 9. It gives tips on how to grade and what the approximate value might be. Apr 10, 2020 the supply of particular old comic books is important to figuring value as well. Also, the heritage auctions archives contain high quality images of comics, so the archives are also an outstanding resource for identifying your comic books. Star wars collectibles price guide and appraisal guide.
Star wars for all the variations of the subject on the site. Identifying marvel reprints star wars 1977 1986 identifying marvel reprints star wars 1977 1986 0. Browse the marvel comic series star wars 2015 present. Can the rebels prevent the construction on an imperial base on serphidi. Searchable appraisal guide to current market values for star wars collectibles. The series chronicled their subsequent adventures for 107 issues and three annuals, including a sixissue adaptation of the 1980 sequel. Here at book riot we make an effort in our articles to reflect a diverse and inclusive list of authors and creators. Cover pencils by joe brozowski, inks by brent anderson. Unanswered questions what did hephaistos and ares have in. The original star wars comic book series, published by marvel comics from 1977 1986. The star wars comic books category for a complete list.
However, if you take it to a comic book dealer, he will offer you less than 10% of what the comic books value is. A new hope, marvels ongoing star wars comics reveal new stories featuring these classic characters. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. Comic book adaptation of the first star wars movie, published by marvel comics in 1977 the first issue of the comic book was actually released prior to the opening of the movie. In recent years marvel has reprinted some of their comics. The french comic that may have influenced star wars. What is the value of a marvel special edition star wars comic book 1977 volume 1 collectors edition excellent condition. The following is a list of comic books, sorted by publisher and series. Is that luke skywalker on the cover of marvels premiere star wars comic. Aug 21, 2008 you can verify by checking overstreets comic book price guide, the 2008 edition to be certain.
Just as supply and demand work for any retail product, the less supply of a particular comic, the greater the demand. The series started as an official adaption, but build on the legacy after the original film. Identifying marvel reprints star wars 19771986 modern. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Most of this issue is an unused john carter of mars story redrawn. While the movies are by far the most famous, most essential, and most canonical tellings of the star wars legends, the story has also been expanded, in both official and unofficial capacity, by a plethora of books, tv shows, and comics. May 02, 2018 the world of star wars can be a little overwhelming. Comic books are graded by condition, age, popularity. Launched by marvel uk on 8th february 1978, star wars weekly reprinted the us star wars title, alongside marvels other spacerelatedscience fiction strips such as warlock, star lord, micronauts. Otherwise, the majority of the information contained on this page is.
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The series that launched the first superteam in the justice society of america, and debuted wonder woman in comics, is highly collectible. Asked in star wars movies, science fiction and fantasy movies, star wars books what are the star wars. George lucas wanted marvel to adapt the star wars films into comic book formats. Theres so much media stretching back to the release of the original trilogy a little before it, actually that the idea of jumping into the star wars print universewith old canon and new canon and everexpanding storylinescan be a daunting prospect for any fan. It has been graded by mycomicshops experienced graders.