Captain America #1 Sells At Auction for $3.1 Million
The first issue of Captain America, which was the first comic to feature the appearance of the star-spangled hero, has just been sold at an auction for an astonishing $3.1 million. In the world of comic collecting, it's not unheard of for certain notable issues to sell for exorbitant amounts of money. The most famous case involves the debut issue of Superman in Action Comics #1, which sold at $3.2 million in 2014 for one issue. Now, Captain America has joined the club and the comic book that was sold is definitely one that's deserving of its high price tag.
The issue in the spotlight right now, Captain America #1 by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, is perhaps the most iconic comic in the hero's 82-year run. Not only does it feature the debut of one of the most iconic heroes in comic history, but the cover art for it also set the tone for who he was. By featuring Captain America punching Adolf Hitler square on the jaw, it sent a message to readers that this hero was All-American and willing to do what's right to take down evil...a full year before the United States even entered World War II! This comic cover has stood the test of time as the iconic art that best describes who Captain America is and has even been referenced in countless media, including the MCU film Captain America: The First Avenger. Now it's in the hands of a lucky buyer who purchased it at an astounding price.
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According to The Hollywood Reporter, this Captain America #1, which was in near mint condition, sold for a grand total of $3,120,000 at Heritage Auctions during an event devoted to comics and comic art. Hollywood Reporter confirmed that this does include the buyer's premium, so the
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