Silver age comic book covers

May 08, 2015 jack kirby may have laid the groundwork but sterankos run on nick fury agent of s. Don heck, heck, jim steranko, marvel, marvel silver age, silver age, steranko, xmen leave a comment. Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 19381956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. The start of the cca in approximately 1955 is considered the start of the silver age. Most popular silver age comic books these are the most actively sold comic books in the marketplace graded by cgc or cbcs. Regular silver age circa 1956 to 1969 currentmodern age circa 1970 to present to keep comic books preserved, theyre normally stored in bags with boards and youll want to get bags and boards sized appropriately for your collection. This listing is for 100ct silver comic bags and 100ct bcw silver backing boards. Jan 03, 2009 the 100 greatest silver age comic book covers of all time. The top ten batman covers from each era part 3 the bronze age. Growing up, silver age comics were out of reach to my chocolatestained hands, and rightfully so.

The start of the cca in approximately 1955 is considered the start of the silverage. The collections timespan ranges from the late 1930s through to the early 1960s, and includes many thousands of comic books in the superhero, scifi, and horror genres. Lucky for you, bcw has comic book protectors of all kinds. Comic book plus free and legal public domain books. This is the third article in our series, following from most valuable golden age comics and most valuable silver age comics here are the key issues to look for when youre at. Marvel comics superheroes, dc comics art, marvel vs, silver age comics, dc comic books, comic book covers, comic art, robert e howard, ares dc. Standard silver age comic books are 7 wide x 1012 tall. The ages of comic books explained people do mention the golden age, the silver age, the bronze age, and the modern age. Its most popular character was captain marvel, the alter ego of radio reporter billy batson, who transformed into the. Let me kick this off with what could be the most classic cover of the kid. Oct 02, 2010 top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 by krakoa october 2, 2010 6 comments the bronze age was a period of transition when comics were bringing in money. Posted by d422 under the 100 greatest silver age comic book covers of. While the golden age established comics as a medium, the silver age was when comic book art really came into its own.

Jan 24, 20 the marvel covers did not start out all that different from the dc covers, although that soon changed. Sure, secret six was never one of dcs hottest comics certainly not in the silver age, but itll always have a place in history because of this cover. Comic book sleeves acid free comic book protectors bcw. Note that this is the period that spawned the adam west batman series and the superman broadway musical. Jan 15, 2009 the 100 geatest silver age comic book covers of all time. In this video we talk about the absolute best comic book covers of all time including books from the golden, silver, bronze, and copper ages of comics. Something reinman wrote reminded me of that account from sterankos history of comics. The debut of the new superhero the flash in 1956 is generally considered the beginning of the silver age of comic books. Comic books have been a popular storytelling medium since the mid1930s.

Superworld comics is home to many rare and valuable comics for fun and investment. The 100 greatest silver age comic book covers of all time. This thread included many of the great covers of the silver age. We maintain a wide selection of golden age, silver age, and bronze age comics and collectibles. Im sure that ward had to scrounge everywhere to find that many comics featuring the man of steel. Second, this was before there were comics shops, before there were the yellowcolored ads offering back issues for sale. Note that this is the period that spawned the adam west batman series and the superman broadway musical, and no, this is not a coincidence.

The desperate expression of the main character, as well as. Different characters have taken up the role of the flash over time. This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books. Some strict collectors consider the era finished by 1950. Similar to the digital comic museum, which we wrote about last week, comic book plus contains a near inexhaustible quantity of golden and silver age comic books. But if you are a fan of silver age comics please give this under rated. Contains comic information and cover images for thousands of issues. Top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 comic vine. First, i estimate that there were about 960 comics featuring supermansuperboy or his friends, so its almost 60% of the total. Early kirby, jack kirby, journey into mystery, marvel, silver age, thor leave a comment.

We are the original and still the premier site to read and download golden and silver age comic books. Issue credited for ushering in the silver age of comic books. While somewhat one dimensional, neals worst cover art can compare to some artists greatest work. This is the third article in our series, following from most valuable golden age comics and most valuable silver age comics.

Fawcett comics, a division of fawcett publications, was one of several successful comic book publishers during the golden age of comic books in the 1940s. What size of bags and boards do i need to protect my comic. Be a hero and keep your comics safe with comic book sleeves from bcw. Mar 12, 2018 in this video we talk about the absolute best comic book covers of all time including books from the golden, silver, bronze, and copper ages of comics. The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and widespread commercial success in mainstream american comic books, predominantly those featuring the superhero archetype. Although the hobby of collecting comic books is not quite as old, it has spawned an industry of providing collectors. Volume 1 105150 151200 201250 250 3050 750present annual volume 2 049 5099 100149 150199 200247 annuals volume 3 volume 4 annuals volume 5 annuals see also variant covers.

This applies mainly to silver age comics, as noted earlier. Silver age comics provide you with a look into the past, taking you to an era of books that spanned from 1956 to 1969. Jun 21, 2012 explore banner69s board silver age comic book covers. Well, im up for the challenge to explain 79 years of comics.

College student jay garrick 19401956, barry allen 19561986, wally west 19862006, and bart allen 20062007. Carmine infantino one of the comics book greats has passed away. Welcome to the best website for bronze age, silver age and golden age collectible comic books and original comic book art. The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and widespread. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Plus, we also hold a large and growing selection of comic strips and pulp fiction. A searchable resource indexing comics from multiple publishers, including dc, marvel, archie, charlton, dell, gold key and harvey. Following the golden age of comic books and an interregnum in the early to mid1950s, the silver age is considered to cover the period from 1956 to circa. Mikes brings you a wide range of features which catalog and index comics from a variety of publishers. The golden age describes an era in the creation of comic books published between the years of 1938 and 1955. The top ten batman covers from each era part 2 the silver age. We can help you find the fair value of your comics. When you are browsing the racks at your local comic book store and happen upon silver age comic books for sale, you may wonder just what it is that makes them silver. Dc special all carmine infantino issue, december cover by carmine infantino.

Dc silver age classics this page contains all cover art images in the database for this particular comic series. The early fantastic four covers featured the characters demonstrating their various powers. The silver age lasted from 1956 note to about 1972 although some people count everything up until 1985 as part of it, folding in the the bronze age of comic books. Following the golden age of comic books and an interregnum in the early to mid1950s, the silver age is considered to cover the period from 1956 to circa 1970, and was succeeded by the bronze and. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Superworld comics buying and selling comic books, free. Comic book covers presented at cover browser are republished within a fair use context. I love the juxtapoisiton between the very non comic book imagery in the background and the oh so comic book looking nick fury front and center. Here are the key issues to look for when youre at garage sales yes, they do turn up. Top rated lists for krakoa 151 items super random amazing list 35 items barbarians and warlords 180 items krakoas hall of fame 74 items my favorite characters 150 items top 150 covers of the. Dc comic bookscomic book artistscomic book coverscomic book charactersold comicsdc comics artvintage comicsvintage bookssilver.

The first neal adams entry, superman 233 hit the newsstand in the early seventies. These regulations took the form of the comics code authority, and all approved books had a cca approval stamp on their covers. Silver age of comic books the golden age of comic books describes an era of american comic books from 1938 to 1956. Then, combine your bags with boards and other comic book supplies for full protection and storage. I remember when the artists were just a page, or a few boxes, ahead of the writer. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age. Silver age comic book supplies acid free bags, boards. The even better news is that all the content is free and legal. Posted by d422 under the 100 greatest silver age comic book covers of all time. The silver age of comic books useful notes tv tropes. Browse daredevil comic books and pop culture items at silver age comics. See more ideas about silver age comics, comic book covers and silver age. Regularsilver age circa 1956 to 1969 currentmodern age circa 1970 to present to keep comic books preserved, theyre normally stored in bags with boards and youll want to get bags and boards sized appropriately for your collection.

Mar 31, 2020 in it, there was a short essay by golden and silver age artist paul reinman, which first appeared in alter ego 4 oct 1962. One of the most saddest and heartfelt covers of the silver age is done to near perfection by none other than nick cardy, teen titans and bat lash artist during the silver age of dc comics. First, the marvel covers were much less likely to have speech or thought balloons on them. Dc comic bookscomic book artistscomic book covers comic book charactersold comicsdc comics artvintage comicsvintage books silver. Mar 29, 2019 how to size your comic books for proper storage. The flash volume 1 variant covers the flash volume 2 variant covers the flash volume 3 variant covers the flash volume 4 variant covers the flash volume 5 variant covers, the flash volume. These features include tools to search and display information about comic stories and characters, cover galleries, and creator credits. Get the best deals on marvel silver age comics 1956 1969. This week we feature the marvelatlas western titles western gunfighters 1956, western outlaws, and western outlaws and sheriffs. Even seasoned collectors may have problems attaining comics from this era.

See more ideas about silver age comics, comics and comic book covers. The history of silver age comic books cosmic comics. We offer silver age poly bags, mylars, backer boards, showcases, screwdowns, album pages, and just about anything else a comic book collector would need to store and display silver age comics. Following the golden age of comic books and an interregnum in the early to mid1950s, the silver age is considered. Why do silver age comic covers look so different from modern age. These are the years when comics were considered a new and exciting form of art. We are always interested in buying comic book collections and original comic book art.

The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and widespread commercial failure in mainstream american comic books, predominantly those featuring the superhero archetype. These books cover a wide range of genres, from superhero adventure tales to horror stories, allowing you to select the type of comic that fits your particular interests. Armed with this knowledge and a good understanding of the market, you should be able to make an informed decision about restoration. Here you can find over 23,000 scans of vintage comic book covers, all unwatermarked and yours for the taking.

Dale roberts comics buys and sells comic books from the 1930s current. During the silver age, comic cover prices ranged from 12c through 15c to 20c. The characters are so iconic to us these days that it can be hard to remember that back in 1961, kids had no idea who the ff were, or what they could. Silver age comic book supplies for comics from the mid 1950s to early 1970s. When i see dc silver age covers the thing i keep feeling, over and over, is that they would be 100x better if they just eliminated the words and let the art speak. Of the golden age american comic book publishers on this list, only ten continued to publish comic books after 1960, and only three of them are still currently in business. Buy silver age comic book rigid topload holder 20 pack. Established in february 1991, in queens, ny, weve got a fantastic collection of vintage books, as well as the latest new releases. Top 100 covers of the bronze age 19711985 by krakoa october 2, 2010 6 comments the bronze age was a period of transition when comics were bringing in money. This week we are going to break down what we believe to be the best batman covers from each era of comic book history so expect this to be broken into four different parts encompassing. Ben skirvin, photographer, aspiring comic book writer and entrepreneur. The bcw silver comic bags are an acid free archival quality product made of crystal clear polypropylene. Not just the obvious ones, but also the obscure and rare.

Silver age comics is one of nycs oldest comic shops. During this time, modern comic books were first published and rapidly increased in popularity. Towards the end of the 1960s, the comic industry experienced low sales across the board. Top 50 most valuable comic books of the bronze age. Starting in the carmine became one of the great silver age artist. Back to top the younger a comic, the less likely the book will increase in value significantly from restoration.