Thursday, March 17, 2011

Yep, JPX has this comic book



From slashfilm, A Bronze Age comic has broken the six-figure ceiling with the single highest CGC graded example of Incredible Hulk #181, Wolverine’s first full appearance, changing hands on ComicLink for $150,000. This lone 9.9 has long been estimated to be the single most valuable comic book of the 1970s, but it had never changed hands publicly until this sale a few weeks ago. This number sets a new standard for high grade comics from the Bronze Age and clearly demonstrates the popularity of Wolverine amongst collectors.

“It is a rare event when the single highest certified example of a comic as important as Incredible Hulk #181 changes hands,” says ComicLink President Josh Nathanson. “This singular 9.9 has long been tucked away in a private collection, largely hidden away from public view. The sale of this book is not only a great example of the strength of the market for top graded keys, but also an incredible acquisition for the new owner! Think of the bragging rights!”

5 comments:

JPX said...

Of course my copy is not in mint condition. Sigh.

DKC said...

I was gonna say, "JPX, why don't you sell yours and take us all out to dinner or something!"

Sigh.

Octopunk said...

Sigh. Siiiiigh.

Maybe you should have it appraised.

JPX said...

This came from a box of comic books that my cousin gave me 20 years ago. I bet he's kicking himself!

Catfreeek said...

Maybe you should take him to dinner.

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