Author: Doug Ohlandt

by Doug Ohlandt | June 26, 2023

It’s time once more for Undervalued and Overlooked Comics! This time we have a one-shot issue, an anniversary issue, and a key issue that’s hard to find in the highest grade. Take a look and see what comics you just might be missing out on.

by Doug Ohlandt | June 25, 2023

July’s Heritage Auctions Pulp Magazine Showcase Auction, ending on July 6 and 7, brings some of the most sought-after pulps to the market. Let’s take a look at some of the early action, adventure, sci-fi, and horror magazines that will be up for auction. First...

by Doug Ohlandt | June 20, 2023

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 for a rise in value as a result. With nearly a century of characters to...

by Doug Ohlandt | June 18, 2023

In celebration of Pride Month, let’s take a look at the key issues featuring Northstar, the first gay superhero. First Appearance Jean-Paul Baubier, a.k.a. Northstar, made his debut as a member of Alpha...

by Doug Ohlandt | June 16, 2023

May was a comparatively light month for big comic sales but there were some Golden Age surprises. Let’s dive deep to determine what these sales tell us about the market for the comics every collector wishes they could own. Silver Age Marvel Dominates Chart in...

by Doug Ohlandt | June 11, 2023

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 time, we’re looking at Copper Age comics. Let’s get started. Matt Wagner’s Magnum...

by Doug Ohlandt | June 7, 2023

In the summer of 1992, Valiant released Unity #0 as a free comic, allowing hundreds of thousands of readers to experience this new comic universe and precipitating the Valiant explosion. More than 20 years later, let’s take a look at the pre-Unity Valiant comics that are still...

by Doug Ohlandt | June 5, 2023

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 comics by top creators. Never fear. We’re here to help you sort through the top...

by Doug Ohlandt | June 4, 2023

By now, most collectors are aware that the first appearance of Spider-Boy in Spider-Man #7 is a hot commodity. But will this comic hold its value? Let’s take a look. Spider-Boy Created at...

by Doug Ohlandt | May 31, 2023

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. First Appearance of a Legionnaire ...