ACTION COMICS (1938-2011) #1
CGC No Grade: 0.3
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Tuesday, 03/14/2023 8:11 PM
$126,500
Sold For
48
Bids
PUBLISHER: DC
COMIC BOOK IMPACT: rating of 10 (CBI)
COMMENTS: A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
ow pgs; Biljo White copy; original front cover pieces married to color copy cvr; (C) leaf casting int; cf is color copy (does not affect Superman Story)
1st appearance of Superman w/ origin by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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ow pgs; Biljo White copy; original front cover pieces married to color copy cvr; (C) leaf casting int; cf is color copy (does not affect Superman Story)
1st appearance of Superman w/ origin by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
DESCRIPTION
A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
ow pgs; Biljo White copy; original front cover pieces married to color copy cvr; (C) leaf casting int; cf is color copy (does not affect Superman Story)
1st appearance of Superman w/ origin by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Action Comics #1 continues to be recognized as the most important event in the history of comics publishing. This is the book that introduced Superman as a fantastic new kind of hero, as created by teen visionaries Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The inspiring Man of Steel became an instant icon to Depression-era readers before transforming into a symbol of national pride during the brutal days of WWII. Action #1 has become just as beloved for introducing Lois Lane as a pioneering strong female character in the comics industry. That panicking man in the lower left-hand corner of the classic cover is gangster Butch Matson, who had attempted to chase down the lady reporter — then working for the Daily Star — after Lois firmly put an end to his unwelcome advances.
ComicConnect is proud to have been part of Action #1's rise as the world's most collectible comic. We’ve been setting new sales records for Superman’s debut since launching the company, including the book's first $1,000,000 sale back in 2010. In 2024, Action #1 made headlines again with a $6 million sale for a CGC-graded 8.5 copy. That same auction set a record for CGC Restored comics as an Action #1 (graded Apparent 8.0) sold for a staggering $576,000.
That adds up to decades of passionate collectors investing wisely while also preserving a true cultural artifact. The Man from Krypton has now spent decades being regularly featured in cartoons, serials, movies, television shows, and merchandising. Fans are anxiously awaiting the launch of the big-screen DC Extended Universe with 2025's Superman, to be followed by Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow in 2026. The early days of Superman remain a vital part of that tradition. In fact, DC Studios' James Gunn announced his inspirations for the return of Superman by leading with Joe Shuster's chain-shattering pin-up from Superman's first year.
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The cut-out of Superman and the car, the wheel, the man on his knees, as well as several other pieces are all original from an Action #1, affixed to a cover reproduction. On the interior, no art is missing (except cf) and there is only reinforcement of the spine and edges. The leaf casting does not affect the art.
Biljo White was one of the key figures in early comics fandom, who among other things published the fanzine Batmania and contributed to the early issues of Alter Ego.
Overstreet Guide 2022 GD (2.0) value = $316,000.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
ow pgs; Biljo White copy; original front cover pieces married to color copy cvr; (C) leaf casting int; cf is color copy (does not affect Superman Story)
1st appearance of Superman w/ origin by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Action Comics #1 continues to be recognized as the most important event in the history of comics publishing. This is the book that introduced Superman as a fantastic new kind of hero, as created by teen visionaries Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The inspiring Man of Steel became an instant icon to Depression-era readers before transforming into a symbol of national pride during the brutal days of WWII. Action #1 has become just as beloved for introducing Lois Lane as a pioneering strong female character in the comics industry. That panicking man in the lower left-hand corner of the classic cover is gangster Butch Matson, who had attempted to chase down the lady reporter — then working for the Daily Star — after Lois firmly put an end to his unwelcome advances.
ComicConnect is proud to have been part of Action #1's rise as the world's most collectible comic. We’ve been setting new sales records for Superman’s debut since launching the company, including the book's first $1,000,000 sale back in 2010. In 2024, Action #1 made headlines again with a $6 million sale for a CGC-graded 8.5 copy. That same auction set a record for CGC Restored comics as an Action #1 (graded Apparent 8.0) sold for a staggering $576,000.
That adds up to decades of passionate collectors investing wisely while also preserving a true cultural artifact. The Man from Krypton has now spent decades being regularly featured in cartoons, serials, movies, television shows, and merchandising. Fans are anxiously awaiting the launch of the big-screen DC Extended Universe with 2025's Superman, to be followed by Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow in 2026. The early days of Superman remain a vital part of that tradition. In fact, DC Studios' James Gunn announced his inspirations for the return of Superman by leading with Joe Shuster's chain-shattering pin-up from Superman's first year.
_______________________________________________
The cut-out of Superman and the car, the wheel, the man on his knees, as well as several other pieces are all original from an Action #1, affixed to a cover reproduction. On the interior, no art is missing (except cf) and there is only reinforcement of the spine and edges. The leaf casting does not affect the art.
Biljo White was one of the key figures in early comics fandom, who among other things published the fanzine Batmania and contributed to the early issues of Alter Ego.
Overstreet Guide 2022 GD (2.0) value = $316,000.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE