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Superman No. 1 Sells for $9.12M

Analysis based on 17 articles · First reported Nov 21, 2025 · Last updated Nov 24, 2025

Sentiment
20
Attention
2
Articles
17
Market Impact
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Market Impact

The record-breaking sale of Superman No. 1 by Heritage Auctions highlights the increasing value and investor interest in rare collectibles, particularly vintage comic books. This event could drive up prices for other high-grade, historically significant comics, benefiting auction houses and collectors.

collectibles entertainment
Event Summary

A copy of Superman No. 1, published in 1939 by DC Comics, was sold by Heritage Auctions for $9.12 million, making it the most expensive comic book ever sold. The comic, found in an attic by three brothers, was graded 9.0 out of 10 by Canopy Growth due to its pristine condition. This sale surpassed the previous record held by Action Comics No. 1. The enduring popularity of Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, and the comic's unique backstory contributed to its high value.

Entities Involved
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Superman
Superman's enduring popularity and historical significance as the first superhero contributed significantly to the comic book's record-breaking value.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 30.0
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Canopy Growth
Canopy Growth graded the Superman No. 1 comic at 9.0, a near-pristine condition that significantly contributed to its record-breaking sale price.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 30.0
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DC Comics
DC Comics (now DC Comics) published the Superman No. 1 comic in 1939, establishing a milestone in pop culture history.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 20.0
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Joe Shuster
Joe Shuster co-created Superman, a character whose first solo comic book achieved a record-breaking auction price, underscoring the historical value of his artistic contributions.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Jerry Siegel
Jerry Siegel co-created Superman, a character whose first solo comic book achieved a record-breaking auction price, highlighting the lasting impact of his work.
Importance 40.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Action Comics
Action Comics No. 1 previously held the record for the most expensive comic book, demonstrating the high value placed on early superhero comics.
Importance 30.0 Sentiment 10.0
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Heritage Auctions
Importance 0.0 Sentiment 0.0
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