Find the value of the dynamite entertainment comic kiss volume 1. You are bidding on a 1977 kiss comic printed by marvel comics in real kiss blood. The ink used to print the issue actually contained drops of the band members blood. Blood from each band member was drawn by a registered nurse, witnessed by a notary public, and poured into the vats of red ink used for printing the comic at marvels borden ink plant in depew, new york. It has been graded by mycomicshops experienced graders. The original 1977 proof sheets for the first kiss marvel comic book are up for auction on ebay germany these two vintage pieces of 11 x 17 paperwork contain the original first draft version of steve gerbers historic blood on the plates article which appeared in the comic book with handwritten corrections by howard marks advertising copy editor and kiss. The most asskicking rock band returns to comics, written by the most rockin of young comics writers. To repeat the caveat i gave on the main 1970s page which has links to see other years within the decade, the list you are about to see involves no judgment or pricing data, but rather simply ranks the universe of marvel comics published in 1977 by how many copies have passed through cgcs doors to date thats it. Blasting into your reality from the summer of 1977, its a doublesized kiss super special from marvel comics. Kiss went to the marvel comic factory in 77 and each member of the band put a vial of their own blood in the red ink and this comic was printed with that ink this comic is rare to find in this condition. Marvel comics super special was a 41issue series of oneshot comicmagazines published by marvel comics from 1977 to 1986.
In 1977 marvel comics published super special kiss fullcolor comic book presenting the band as superheroes. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. In 1977 marvel comics published a magazineformat fullcolor comic book, titled a marvel comics super special kiss presenting. See more ideas about comics, comic art and superhero. In other words, it takes a dealer time to sort, bag, board and price any comic book. Number of printed issues, where it can be verified, any facts that may affect the book value. In 1977, kiss was, in many respects, the most popular band in america and other countries too, most notably, japan and their albums were shipping platinum thats over a million copies sent to stores as it debuts, no easy feat. In 1977 marvel began publishing a fullcolor magazine series devoted to concepts thought to be deserving of special treatment, such as kiss first comics appearance as headliners, new stories of.
The members of kiss were immortalized in the pantheon of legendary comic book superheroes alongside the likes of superman, batman and wolverine. Marvel comics super special 1977 comic books mycomicshop. The origins of kiss comic books date almost as far back as the inception as the band itself, having been an integral part of comics culture since their 1977 appearance in. This template will categorize articles that include it into category. It was the first in the marvel comics super special series which featured other musicians such as the beatles.
Blood from each band member was drawn by a registered nurse, witnessed by a notary public, and poured into the vats of red ink used for printing the comic at marvels borden ink plant in depew. Gene simmons and the other guys may age but the kiss concept never seems to. Spiderman, the avengers, the fantastic four, and doctor doom appear. Up for auction we have a 1977 kiss comic published by marvel comics. Kiss 1977 destroyer comic book marvel stan lee real kiss blood in the ink. Peppers lonely hearts club band was promoted on the bullpen bulletins page in marvel comics coverdated january 1979, but was never published in the u. Check out individual issues, and find out how to read them. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Comic book price guides, like overstreet, have a minimum price for comic books. Signed by artist walt simonson with lone star comics certificate of authenticity. Kiss comic books 2002 series all regular issues are out of stock. This page contains a list of all the comics included in marvel comics super special vol 1. Joe casey superman, wildcats, xmen presents a bold new direction for kiss years after the splitup of these four superpowered warriors, theyve followed very separate paths.
Signed by editor in chief jim shooter with lone star. Get the best deals on kiss 1977 when you shop the largest online selection at. Covers featured the title or a variation, including marvel super. Read star wars 1977 comic online free and high quality. If you have found something that is not seen on this page, please add it to this list. Kiss returns to comic books comic book news, tv, movies. The minimum price is not a real reflection of market value. This bronze age treasure compiles interviews, a discography, and pics of the band with a multipart marvel comics adventure penned by steve gerber as you appreciate the vivid red ink in this twisted tale, realize that the band mixed their own blood with the red ink at the print shop. Marvel kiss comic used band memebers real blood in ink. In 1977 marvel comics published a magazineformat fullcolor comic book, titled a marvel comics super special kiss presenting the band kiss as superheroes. Unfollow 1977 kiss comic book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. If you own this book, you really do own a piece of kiss. Kiss marvel comic book from 1977printed in real kiss blood or so it says. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps.
Marvel comics super special vol 1 marvel database fandom. Sure enough, that came to pass in 1977 when marvel comics issued the first super special kiss comic book. Download the 201920 overstreet comic book price guide, 49th edition. Front and back cover are overall pretty clean and very displayable despite some averaage wear. Kiss first appeared in marvels howard the duck and then later appeared in their own comics in the 1970s as superheroes. Blood from each band member was drawn by a registered nurse, witnessed by a. View market values for books, store your collection, and. This is it the notorious marvel comic that actually had blood from the members of kiss mixed into the printers ink. It was a year after a collaboration with marvel comics produced a kiss comic book that was marvels best.
A marvel comics super special volume 1, number 1 paperback january 1, 1977 5. Scroll down to add issues to your want list and well email you when they arrive view pictures of their covers. Kiss marvel comic book from 1977 printed in real kiss blood or so it says. This auction is for one of the most sortafter kiss collectibles, the original 1977 kiss comic book by marvel comics. Kiss marvel comic book proof sheets from 1977 on ebay. Our story opens with a teenage gene and paul heatedly discussing the horrors of accountancy and stodgy adulthood en route to the playland arcade. Kiss were already real life superheroes to millions of fans around the world but now they were the stars of their own comic book.