One area of focus in comic collecting that has been overlooked since other forms of media began to have such a great influence on the hobby is that of hunting down key…
Douglas Ohlandt
Douglas Ohlandt
I was four years old when I read my first comic book - Marvel Collectors' Item Classics #7 - and I've been hooked ever since. Nearly fifty years later I've managed to amass a very large collection, including a nearly complete run of Fantastic Four. Of course, the one issue I'm missing is #5. Oh, well. One can dream...
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Ten Marvel Magazines to Consider for Your Collection
Often ignored by collectors, Marvel magazines represent some of the most unique offerings by the publisher in the Bronze Age. They were also the proving ground for many up-and-coming artists who would…
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With DCU films and shows coming soon, collectors have been turning their focus to characters who could appear in these productions. Investors are looking at characters whose comic book appearances are poised…
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Key Creator – Frank Miller – Part 2
We’re back with the second part of our look at the works of Frank Miller, both from a reading and an investment point of view. In Part 1, we covered Miller’s career…
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One area of focus in comic collecting that has been overlooked since other forms of media began to have such a great influence on the hobby is that of hunting down key…
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It’s time once more for Undervalued and Overlooked Comics! This time we’ll be looking at the Silver Age. Take a look at the comics that are flying under most collectors’ radar.
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Marvel first began publication of annuals in the Silver Age. These square-bound comics often offered big stories that were meant to be special – and justify the doubled price of 25 cents.…
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Top Marvel Graphic Novels to Consider for Your Collection
Beginning in the late Bronze Age and stretching deep into the Copper Age, Marvel Graphic Novels were sometimes amazing works of comics art and, at other times, little better than mediocre annuals.…
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It’s time once more for Undervalued and Overlooked Comics! This time we have the first appearance of a villain, the death of a character, and the start of a major storyline. Take…
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Hake’s July auction was huge, netting the top three in our July Chartbusters. There were some big eBay sales as well. Let’s dive deep to determine what these sales tell us about…
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Key Creator – Bill Sienkiewicz
One area of focus in comic collecting that has been overlooked since other forms of media began to have such a great influence on the hobby is that of hunting down key…
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With DCU films and shows coming soon, collectors have been turning their focus to characters who could appear in these productions. Investors are looking at characters whose comic book appearances are poised…
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Undervalued & Overlooked Copper Age Comics 7/28
It’s time for more Undervalued and Overlooked Comics, where we identify a few issues each week that could be overlooked, undervalued, or both and may be worth considering for your collection. This…
Undervalued & Overlooked Copper Age Comics 9/23/23
It’s time for more Undervalued and Overlooked Comics, where we identify a few issues each week that could be overlooked, undervalued, or both and may be worth considering for your collection. This…
Comic Chartbusters Analysis – August
Turtles ruled in August, leading the way in a list dominated by sales in ComicConnect’s big auction. Let’s dive deep to determine what these sales tell us about the market for the…
Marvel Silver Age Annuals – A Deep Dive – Part 1
Marvel first began publication of annuals in the Silver Age. These square-bound comics often offered big stories that were meant to be special – and justify the doubled price of 25 cents.…
Collectors Comics Spring Featured Auction is their biggest auction ever. Bidding ends Friday, August 18 through Sunday, August 20. Here’s a look at some of the incredible comics available in their latest…
With DCU films and shows coming soon, collectors have been turning their focus to characters who could appear in these productions. Investors are looking at characters whose comic book appearances are poised…