A companion to the eightissue adaptation of the star wars, this is an exclusive peek behind the scenes at the designs that have brought a newyet incredibly familiargalaxy to life. The world of star wars can be a little overwhelming. Star wars for all the variations of the subject on the site. And here we look at one of the first examples of this. Dark horse comics published the limited series dark empire in 1991. Star wars collectibles price guide and appraisal guide. The first star wars comic, published by marvel comics in 1977. Gus and duncans comprehensive guide to star wars collectibles if youre looking for a straightup price guide with a crazy long list of collectibles, this book is for you. The star wars comic read the star wars comic online in. Comics 1977 howard chaykin art wupc code, squarebox price. Star wars comics values and price guide heritage auctions. The marvel star wars series of comic books was the first ever comic series created for the saga. The very first element of the star wars franchise ever released was the movie star wars.
From our humble beginnings, we have grown to the largest, most complete comic book price guide with well over 1,000,000 comics in our database. Vintage star wars marvel comic books can have significant value to collectors, especially 35c. Signed by artist walt simonson with lone star comics certificate of authenticity. This is due to it being an ongoing monthly series compared to the limited issue format of most star wars comic books. Older star wars collectibles will vary in value depending on order of production runs noted on package back such as. Star wars ben obiwan kenobi first shot prototype action figure with. By the end of the decade, it was one of the bestselling comics from either marvel or dc at a time when. 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. It started publication in january 2015, so it has quite a few issues now, but it is most definitely worth a read.
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. Comic book values vary widely and are based on rarity, condition. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. All the books on offer have been personally selected by sean goodrich and ashley cottercairns, advisors to the. This is a list of star wars comics, comic books set in the fictional star wars universe. The land that time forgot annual 1 variants american mythology. While it had a limited run and is now a few years old, its well worth picking up if you find a copy. Browse certified star wars comic books for sale at auction. Star wars comics have been produced by various comic book publishers since the debut of the 1977 film star wars.
The star wars legend, who has spent 43 years acting as the golden droid, reflects on the end of the skywalker. Signed by editor in chief jim shooter with lone star. The searchable database consists of detailed reports on a ever growing list of items. 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 ever expanding storylinescan be a daunting prospect for any fan. It spanned 107 issues, with three special annual issues.
The following is a list of comic books, sorted by publisher and series. The art is great and the story is fun and exciting and really evokes the feel of a new hope. How much is the first star wars comic worth answers. Blackthorne publishing released a threeissue run of 3d comics from 1987 to 1988. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.
View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. The first chapter in the new star wars comic canon enters with a bang. This beautiful hardcover book is the first of three volumes that collect the star wars newspaper comic strips from 1979 through 1984. The 26 rarest star wars collectibles and what theyre worth. Now, follow vader straight from the ending of a new hope and the pages of the new star wars comic book into his own series, showing the empires war with the rebel alliance from the other side. This first edition comic is a musthave for star wars collectors. Between may the fourth and the episode vii cast reveal, star wars mania is back in full swing, so now feels like the perfect time to rank our top 10 favorite star wars comics of all time. Sell my comic books is proud to offer you exclusive, private access to handselected comic books, offered direct to you, without the middle man. Apr 27, 2020 the walking dead comics are a true cultural phenomenon. It has been graded by mycomicshops experienced graders. At first i was skeptical about the new marvel comics takeover of star wars, but my ideas were shattered when i read this. The star wars comic books category for a complete list. The 15 best star wars comics to read right now geek for. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database.
See more ideas about star wars comics, star wars and comics. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. An eponymous series by marvel comics began in 1977 with a sixissue comic adaptation of the film and ran for 107 issues until 1986. 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. If you only ever read a couple of extra novels, make it these. One missing from the best star wars canon comics list is the current star wars comic series. Warren, whose price guide books have been the authority on collectibles values since 1985.
Ever since darth vader made his first onscreen appearance, he became the one of the most popular villains to ever haunt an audiences dreams. Signed by legendary star wars concept artist ralph mcquarrie splash with lone star comics. After directing his magnum opus, american graffiti, director george lucas wanted to do something fun and silly. Originally a comic book, mad developed readerships of over 2,000,000 in the 70s, known for. 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. Founded by harvey kurtzman and william gaines, the american comedy magazine known as mad hit the shelves in 1952. If youre overwhelmed and looking for a good place to start with star.
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