"What's more rare than the first issue of Action Comics, the comic book that introduced the world to Superman? How about this: a copy of Superman's first comic book appearance which was once owned by an actor who almost (depending on how you feel about the film The Flash) played Superman on screen. The Man of Steel made his first appearance in the first issue of Action Comics; that issue, printed in 1938, is now a collectors' item."
"The sale was made to a private collector, the Times reports, with the deal taking place via the aptly-named Metropolis Collectibles and ComicConnect. While this particular issue's long history is fascinating in its own right, there are only around 100 copies of Action Comics #1 left in the world, and this specific comic book is considered to be in the best condition of those that have endured."
"In a post on Instagram, ComicConnect noted the physical condition of this issue, writing, "The book is in incredible condition with a beautiful white cover, bright inks, and stunning overall eye appeal. When we think of Superman we think of the ultimate immigrant story."In a statement, Metropolis Collectibles CEO Stephen Fishler compared this issue to another notable creative work that saw a boost in value after it was stolen."
Action Comics #1, the 1938 issue that introduced Superman, has only about 100 surviving copies and is highly prized. A copy once owned by Nicolas Cage, purchased in 1996 for $150,000, was stolen, recovered, returned in 2011, and later sold for $2.2 million. That specific copy recently changed hands again for $15 million, setting a new record for comic-book sales. The sale occurred through Metropolis Collectibles and ComicConnect and was made to a private collector. The copy is judged to be among the best-preserved surviving issues, with bright inks, a white cover, and strong eye appeal.
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