Fan Con, Kodiak's annual culture convention, offers a glimpse into decades-deep collections of comic books in the island community.
Guy Bartleson holding two of his most valuable books, the first apearances of Iron Man and Thor in Marvel Comics — each worth about $10,000.
Superheroes have become household names in large part thanks to comic-based movies like the “Avengers” series, “Shazam,” and “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” That rise in popularity has contributed to a thriving collectibles market. “Flea Markets, garage sales, second hand stores, used book stores, those are probably your four best places to go to find treasure,” he said. “If you go to Amazon or eBay or a comic store – you’re going to pay full retail.”
Helmick guesses the market for print media and collectibles will probably keep growing, despite the rise of digital media.
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