COMIC FACSIMILE wiki
Why do facsimiles exist? What makes a facsimile edition special? Who wrote them? When were they published? Who appears in this facsimile? Why is it so valuable? All these questions are answered in our Facsimile Wiki. Browse through each letter and find out why a key issue is so special that it is still reprinted years later.
Action Comics #1
Written by: Jerry Siegel (writer) and Joe Shuster (artist)
Publication date: June 1938
Important because: Action Comics #1 is considered one of the most important comic books ever published, as it introduced Superman and helped launch the superhero genre.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $2,13 in 2024)
Today sells for: In 2024, a CGC 8.5 copy sold for $6 million, making it the highest recorded sales of any comic book in history.
Adam Warlock Strange Tales #178
Written by: Jim Starlin (writer and artist)
Publication date: February 1975
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of Adam Warlock.
Originally sold for: $0,25 (approximately $1,48 in 2024)
Today sells for: Highly graded original issues sell for more than $400.
Adventure Comics #260
Written by: Otto Binder (writer) and Curt Swan (artist)
Publication date: May 1959
Important because: This issue marks the reintroduction of Aquaman’s origin story in the Silver Age and introduces Superboy’s origin as Superboy on Earth-Prime.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately 1,06$ in 2024)
Today sells for: High-grade original copies sell for thousands of dollars, with a CGC 9.2 copy selling for over $13,000.
All-American Comics #16
Written by: Bill Finger (writer) and Martin Nodell (artist)
Publication date: July 1940
Important because: It features the first appearance of the original Green Lantern (Alan Scott), introducing a character who became a major part of the DC Comics universe.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $2,19 in 2024)
Today sells for: Ungraded copies can sell for over $7000, and a CGC 9.2 copy can sell for around $265,000. In 2014, an CGC 8.0 copy sold for $203,000.
All-New Marvel Now: Point One #1
Written by: Al Ewing and others writers, Michael Allred and Adrian Alphona (artists)
Publication date: January 2014
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of Kamala Khan as Ms. Marvel.
Originally sold for: $5,99 (approximately $7,88 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.8 graded issue can sell for more than $200.
All-Star Comics #3
Written by: Jerry Siegel and others writers, E.E. Hibbard and other artists
Publication date: January 1941
Important because: All Star Comics #3 features the first appearance of the Justice Society of America, where the Golden Age Flash joins the team. It also introduces the origin of the Justice Society, the beginnings of Dr. Fate and The Atom, and includes a cameo by Red Tornado.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $2,18 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 copy sold for $126,000 in 2002. Near mint issues are now valued at a minimum of $300,000.
Amazing Spider-Man #1
Written by: Stan Lee (writer), Jack Kirby (artist)
Publication date: March 1963
Important because: Amazing Spider-Man #1 is significant for launching Spider-Man’s first solo series and introducing key characters like J. Jonah Jameson and The Chameleon.
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,31 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 copy can sell for more than $430,000.
Avengers #1
Written by: Stan Lee (writer) and Jack Kirby (artist)
Publication date: August 1963
Important because: Avengers #1 introduced the world to the Avengers and their origin.
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,31 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 4.5 graded copy can be purchased for around $4,090, while CGC 9.6 copies are valued at more than $430,000.
Avengers #8
Written by: Stan Lee (writer) and Jack Kirby (artist)
Publication date: September 1964
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of Kang the Conqueror.
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,19 in 2024)Today sells for: A CGC 9.8 graded copy sell between $18,000 and $20,000.
Avengers Annual #10
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) and Michael Golden (artist)
Publication date: January 1981
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of not only Rogue but also Madeline Pryor.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $2,67 in 2024)
Today sells for: While an ungraded copy can be listed for $60, a CGC 9.6 can go for around $210 and a CGC 9.8 for over $600.
Batman #1
Written by: Bill Finger (writer) and Bob Kane (artist)
Publication date: March 1940
Important because: Batman #1 introduced the Joker and Catwoman to the world. It was also the first ongoing Batman comic book series. It's a golden age classic.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $2,19 in 2024)
Today sells for: If you own a CGC 9.2, you can sell it for around $567,000. An ungraded copy can be sold for around $14,276.
Batman #5
Written by: Bill Finger (writer) and Bob Kane (artist)
Publication date: April 1941
Important because: It's the first time that we get to see the Batmobile!
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $2,18 in 2024)
Today sells for: A near mint issue can be sold for around $50,000.
Batman #181
Written by: Robert Kanigher (writer) and Sheldon Moldoff (artist)
Publication date: May 1966
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of Poison Ivy in DC Comics.
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,16 in 2024)
Today sells for: A near mint copy can sell for more than $25,000, while an ungraded copy can sell for less than $200.
Batman #357
Written by: Gerry Conway (writer) and Don Newton (artist)
Publication date: March 1963
Important because: This issue features the first appearance of Jason Todd and the cameo debut of Killer Croc.
Originally sold for: $0,60 (approximately $1,89 in 2024)
Today sells for: An ungraded copy is worth about $50. A near mint issue is worth ten times that.
Batman Vengeance Of Bane #1
Written by: Chuck Dixon (writer) and Graham Nolan (artist)
Publication date: Januar 1993
Important because: It's Bane's first appearance, telling his tragic origin story.
Originally sold for: $2,50 (approximately $5,40 in 2024)
Today sells for: You can find CGC 9.8 graded copies for a little above $100.
Brave And The Bold #28
Written by: Gardner Fox (writer) and Mike Sekowsky (artist)
Publication date: January 1960
Important because: This issues marks the first appearance of Justice League of America as a team.
Originally sold for: $0,10 cents (approximately $1,04 in 2024)
Today sells for: In 2024, a CGC 9.6 sold for a record sum of $810,000.
Brave And The Bold #54
Written by: Bob Haney (writer) and Bruno Premiani (artist)
Publication date: June 1964
Important because: It features the first appearance of the Teen Titans, including Robin, Kid Flash and Aqualad.
Originally sold for: $0,12 cents (approximately $1,19 in 2024)
Today sells for: A near mint issue can sell for more than $17,000. The price can go as high as $38,000.
Crisis On Infinite Earths #1
Written by: Marv Wolfman (writer) and George Perez (artist)
Publication date: March 1985
Important because: The first Crisis on Infinite Earths.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $2,18 in 2024)
Today sells for: If you own a CGC 9.6, you can sell it for around $50.
Crisis On Infinite Earths #7
Written by: Marv Wolfman (writer) and George Perez (artist)
Publication date: September 1985
Important because: This issues features the death of Supergirl.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $3,64 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 is valued at aroung $65.
Daredevil #183
Written by: Frank Miller (writer) and Klaus Janson (artist)
Publication date: May 1982
Important because: Daredevil and The Punisher meet and battle for the first time in Daredevil #183.
Originally sold for: $0,60 (approximately $1,96 in 2024)
Today sells for: A nearmint issue can be sold for around $240.
Detective Comics #38
Written by: Bill Finger, Jerry Siegel (and other writers) and Bob Kane (and other artists)
Publication date: April 1940
Important because: Detective Comics #38 is a pivotal issue, showcasing the first appearance and origin of Robin, aka Dick Grayson.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $2,19 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.0 has been sold for $46,000 in 2003. Nowadays a CGC 6.0 can be sold for more than $70,000.
Fantastic Four #52
Written by: Stan Lee (writer) and Jack Kirby (artist)
Publication date: July 1966
Important because: This marks the first appearance of the Black Panther!
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,16 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 0.5 sells for a whooping $270 and a CGC 9.6 for up to $33,000.
Flash #105
Written by: John Broome (and other writers) and Carmine Infantino (and other artists)
Publication date: January 1959
Important because: The Flash #104 marks the first issue of Barry Allen's original solo series as the Flash.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $1,06 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.2 can be sold for almost $50,000!
Flash #123
Written by: Gardner Fox (writer) and Carmine Infantino (artist)
Publication date: September 1961
Important because: The Flash #123 is a groundbreaking issue, featuring the first Golden Age Flash appearance in the Silver Age, the debut of Earth-Two, and the comic that introduced the concept of the multiverse.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $1,03 in 2024)
Today sells for: Ungraded, an issue can be sold for around $400. A nearmint issue is worth more than $50,000.
Giant-Size Super-Stars 1 Feat. The Fantastic Four
Written by: Gerry Conway (writer) and Rich Buckler (artist)
Publication date: May 1974
Important because: The debut of Marvel's "Giant-Size" format.
Originally sold for: $0,35 (approximately $2,32 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 sells for a for more than $300.
Giant-Size X-Men #1
Written by: Len Wein (writer) and Dave Cockrum (artist)
Publication date: June 1975
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of:
- Colossus
- Storm
- Nightcrawler
- Thunderbird and
- the New X-Men.
It also marks the second appeareance of the Wolverine and his first appearence as a member of the X-Men.
Originally sold for: $0,50 (approximately $2,96 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 can be bought for around $9,000.
Green Lantern #87
Written by: Dennis O'Neil (writer) and Neal Adams (artist)
Publication date: November 1971
Important because: Green Lantern #87 marks the second appearance of Guy Gardner and the first appearance of John Stewart.
Originally sold for: $0,25 (approximately $1,93 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 sells for around $9,000.
Hawkman #4
Written by: Gardner Fox (writer) and Murphy Anderson (artist)
Publication date: November 1986
Important because: This issue features the origin and first appearance of Zatanna.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $2,10 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 is worth more than $20,000.
House Of Secrets #92
Written by: Len Wein (and other writer) and Bernie Wrightson (artist)
Publication date: May 1971
Important because:The first appearance of Swamp Thing and his first time on a cover.
Originally sold for: $0,15 (approximately $1,16 in 2024)
Today sells for: CGC 9.6 original issues are being auctioned for more than $32,000.
Incredible Hulk #1
Written by: Stan Lee (writer) and Jack Kirby (artist)
Publication date: April 1962
Important because: Incredible Hulk #1 marks the first appearance and origin of the Hulk (Bruce Banner). It also introduces Betty Ross, Rick Jones, and General Thunderbolt Ross.
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,23 in 2024)
Today sells for: In 2022, a copy sold for $490,000, and today a CGC 9.6 nears the million-dollar mark with a value of $825,000.
Incredible Hulk #180
Written by: Len Wein (writer) and Herb Trimpe (artist)
Publication date: October 1974
Important because: This issue includes the first cameo appearance of Wolverine.
Originally sold for: $0,25 (approximately $1,66 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 is worth more around $4,000.
Incredible Hulk #181
Written by: Len Wein (writer) and Herb Trimpe (artist)
Publication date: November 1974
Important because: This issue features the first full appearance of Wolverine and marks his first time appearing on a cover.
Originally sold for: $0,25 (approximately $1,66 in 2024)
Today sells for: A Near Mint copy sold for $72,000 in June 2023.
Incredible Hulk #347
Written by: Peter David (writer) and Jeff Purves (artist)
Publication date: September 1988
Important because: Joe Fixit Hulk and Marlo Chandler make their debut in this issue.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $1.99 in 2024)
Today sells for: Nearmint copies sell for around $300.
Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars #3
Written by: Jim Shooter (writer) and Herb Trimpe (artist)
Publication date: July 1984
Important because: This issue includes the first appearance of Volcana.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $2,27 in 2024)
Today sells for: For around $100, you can get a Near Mint copy of this issue.
Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars #8
Written by: Jim Shooter (writer) and Mike Zeck (artist)
Publication date: December 1984
Important because: Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars #8 features the origin of the alien symbiote that later becomes Venom!
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $2,27 in 2024)
Today sells for: For around $750, you can get a Near Mint copy of this issue.
My Greatest Adventure #80
Written by: Arnold Drake, Bob Haney (writers) and Bruno Premiani (artist)
Publication date: June 1963
Important because: Say hello to the Doom Patrol! This issue introduces the team, including Negative Man and his origin story.
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1.21 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 sold for $4,313 in 2005, and today a CGC 8.0 sells for around $2,000.
New Mutants #98
Written by: Fabian Nicieza, Rob Liefeld (writer) and Rob Liefeld (artist)
Publication date: Februry 1991
Important because: New Mutants #98 features the first appearance of Deadpool, the first appearance of Copycat aka. Vanessa Carlysle, and the first appearance of Gideon.
Originally sold for: $1 (approximately $2,29 in 2024)
Today sells for: A Near Mint copy of New Mutants #98 can be bought for almost $1,000.
New Teen Titans #1
Written by: Marv Wolfman (writer) and George Perez (artist)
Publication date: November 1980
Important because: The first series titled after the New Teen Titans features the first official team lineup and the first appearances of Grant Wilson, as well as Cyborg, Starfire, and Raven as part of the team.
Originally sold for: $0,50 (approximately $2 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 sells for as little as $130.
Omega Men #3
Written by: Roger Slifer (writer) Keith Giffen and Mike DeCarlo (artist)
Publication date: June 1983
Important because: This issue features the first appearance of the intergalactic bounty hunter and mercenary, over-the-top violent, rebellious Lobo and also Bedlam!
Originally sold for: $1 (approximately $3,14 in 2024)
Today sells for: A Near Mint copy sells for around $300.
Rom #1
Written by: Bill Mantlo (writer) and Sal Buscema (artist)
Publication date: November 1979
Important because: Rom #1 features the first appearance of Rom, the first appearance of the Spaceknights, and the first appearance of the Dire Wraiths.
Originally sold for: $0,40 (approximately $1,81 in 2024)
Today sells for: For less than $100, you can get a solid copy of Rom #1
Savage She-Hulk #1
Written by: Stan Lee (writer) and John Buscema (artist)
Publication date: January 1980
Important because: The debut and origin of Jennifer Walters aka She-Hulk!
Originally sold for: $0,40 (approximately $1,60 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.2 and above sell for around and over $100.
Showcase #22
Written by: John Broome (writer) and Gil Kane (artist)
Publication date: September 1959
Important because: Showcase #22 marks the first appearance of Hal Jordan, the Silver Age Green Lantern and introduces us to Carol Ferris.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $1,06 in 2024)
Today sells for: In 2020, a CGC 9.2 graded issue will sell for $105,000!
Superman #1
Written by: Jerry Siegel (writer) and Joe Shuster (artist)
Publication date: June 1939
Important because: This is the first titled series not only for Superman, but for any superhero ever!
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $2,19 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 2.0 copy typically sells for around $200,000. In 2022, a CGC 8.0 graded copy sold for an incredible $5,3 million!
Tales Of Suspense #57
Written by: Stan Lee (writer) and Don Heck (artist)
Publication date: August 1964
Important because: Hawkeye makes his comic debut in Tales Of Suspense #57.
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,19 in 2024)
Today sells for: An ungraded copy can sell for around $200. A CGC 9.8 issue can sell for more than $70,000.
Tales Of The Teen Titans #44
Written by: Marv Wolfman,George Perez (writers) and George Perez (artist)
Publication date: July 1984
Important because: Tales Of The Teen Titans #44 features the- The first appearance of Dick Grayson as Nightwing- the first appearance of Deathstoke the Destroyer- and the first appearance of Jericho.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $2,27 in 2024)
Today sells for: If you want your own copy, you can get a CGC 9.8 graded for just over $250.
Tomb Of Dracula #1
Written by: Gerry Conway (writer) and Gene Colan (artist)
Publication date: March 1972
Important because: The first appearance of Dracula in a Marvel comic and Frank Drake as a vampire hunter.
Originally sold for: $0,20 (approximately $1,49 in 2024)
Today sells for: A near mint issue can sell for almost $5,000.
Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #1
Written by: Brian Michael Bendis (writer) and Sara Pichelli (artist)
Publication date: September 2011
Important because: This comic introduces Miles Morales as the Spider-Man of the Ultimate Universe.
Originally sold for: $3,99 (approximately $5,58 in 2024)
Today sells for: For around $100 you can get a CGC 9.6 graded issue.
Uncanny X-Men #142
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) and John Byrne (artist)
Publication date: February 1981
Important because: The historic story "Days Of Future Past" concludes.
Originally sold for: $0,50 (approximately $1,78 in 2024)
Today sells for: A near mint graded copy can be found for around $400.
Uncanny X-Men #244
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) and Marc Silvestri (artist)
Publication date: May 1989
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of Jubilee.
Originally sold for: $1 (approximately $2,55 in 2024)
Today sells for: An ungraded copy can be found for around $20. You can find a near mint graded issue for around $160.
Uncanny X-Men #266
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) and Michael Collins (artist)
Publication date: August 1990
Important because: This issue marks the first appearance of Gambit.
Originally sold for: $1 (approximately $2,43 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.6 issue can sell for more than $240.
Wonder Woman #1
Written by: William Moulton Marston (writer) and Harry G. Peter (artist)
Publication date: July 1942
Important because: This issue is the first self-titled "Wonder Woman". Wonder Woman's origin is retold against the backdrop of World War II and we are introduced to Ares.
Originally sold for: $0,10 (approximately $1,98 in 2024)
Today sells for: A CGC 9.8 facsimile edition of "Wonder Woman #1" sells for $70! A CGC 8.5 graded issue sold for $163,000 in 2017.
Wonder Woman #1
Written by: Greg Potter, George Pérez(writer) and George Pérez (artist)
Publication date: January 1987
Important because: This issue retells the origin of Wonder Woman.
Originally sold for: $0,75 (approximately $2,08 in 2024)
Today sells for: An ungraded copy can be found for around $10. You can find a near mint graded issue for around $160.
Wonder Woman #204
Written by: Robert Kanigher (writer) and Don Heck (artist)
Publication date: January 1973
Important because: No more of Diana Prince, the martial artist - Wonder Woman finally finds her powers again! And this issue marks the first appearance of Nubia.
Originally sold for: $0,20 (approximately $1,44 in 2024)
Today sells for: You can find a near mint graded issue for more than $3,000!
X-23 #1
Written by: Craig Kyle, Christopher Yost (writers) and Billy Tan (artist)
Publication date: February 2005
Important because: This story reveals the whole origin of Laura Kinney, X-23.
Originally sold for: $2,99 (approximately $4,82 in 2024)
Today sells for: A graded near mint issue is valued at $110.
X-Men 1963 #1
Written by: Stan Lee (writer) and Jack Kirby (artist)
Publication date: August 1963
Important because: This is the first X-Men titled issue ever! It features the first appearance of:
- Professor X
- Magneto
- Marvel Girl (Jean Grey)
- Cyclops
- Beast
- Iceman
- Angel
Originally sold for: $0,12 (approximately $1,21 in 2024)
Today sells for: An ungraded issue can sell for more than $2,000. A near mint issue is valued at more than $500,000.
X-Men #101
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) and Frank Chiaramonte (artist)
Publication date: October 1976
Important because: This issue features the first appearance of the Phoenix.
Originally sold for: $0,30 (approximately $1,66 in 2024)
Today sells for: An ungraded issue can sell for more than $200. A near mint issue is valued at more than $5,000.
X-Men #129
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) John Byrne (artist)
Publication date: January 1980
Important because: X-Men #129, the start of the Dark Phoenix saga, introduces us not only to the Hellfire Club but also to several mutants, including:
- Emma Frost
- Kitty Pryde
- Sebastian Shaw
Originally sold for: $0,40 (approximately $1,60 in 2024)
Today sells for: If you want a CGC 9.8 graded copy, you should be prepared to pay more than $1,600.
X-Men #130
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) John Byrne (artist)
Publication date: February 1980
Important because: This issue features the first appearance of Dazzler.
Originally sold for: $0,40 (approximately $1,60 in 2024)
Today sells for: For less than $200 you can find a CGC 9.6 graded issue.
X-Men #141
Written by: Chris Claremont (writer) John Byrne (artist)
Publication date: January 1981
Important because: X-Men #141 introduces us to Days of Future Past. It features the first appearance of the new Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, led by Mystique, and the debut of Rachel Summers (Phoenix II).
Originally sold for: $0,50 (approximately $1,78 in 2024)
Today sells for: Ungraded issues can be found for around $80. There is also a huge price difference between a CGC 9.6, which sells for around $300, and a CGC 9.8, which sells for over $800.
X-Men 1991 #1
Written by: Jim Lee, Chris Claremont (writers) and Jim Lee (artist)
Publication date: January 1992
Important because: This issue is the best-selling comic in the history of comics. It has sold over 8,2 million copies worldwide.
Originally sold for: $3,95 (approximately $9,06 in 2024)
Today sells for: You can find a near mint graded issue for more than $3,000!
X-Men #4
Written by: Jim Lee and John Byrne (writers) and Jim Lee (artist)
Publication date: January 1992
Important because: This issue features the first appearance of Omega Red.
Originally sold for: $1 (approximately $2,22 in 2024)
Today sells for: You can find a near mint graded issue for less than $100
*The prices were calculated using DollarTimes, with additional information sourced from GoCollect, Quality Comix and Price Charting.