How to sell your old comic books FAST!

Sorting and appraising an old comic book collection can be overwhelming and time-consuming. Rather than selling each comic individually, which can take months and requires learning how to grade, photograph, list, ship, and handle sales, consider our simple 3-step process to quickly list and sell your collection.

Step 1: Sort Your Comics by Title

Gather a flat surface to work on, like a table or workbench.
Stack comics by their title, such as ‘Amazing Spider-Man’, ‘Batman’, or ‘X-Men’. If you’re unsure of a title, set those comics aside for later; we can help identify them.
Once sorted by title, arrange each stack by issue number in ascending order (lowest on top).

Handling Annuals and Specials:
Place Annuals, special editions, and comics labeled ‘Giant Size’ or ‘King Size’ at the bottom of their respective title stacks.

Step 2: Create Your Quicklist

Use a Word document or spreadsheet to list your sorted comics. Include the title, range of issue numbers, and note any specials or annuals.
Example:

Amazing Spider-Man 14-121, Annual 3
Iron Man 7-55
X-Men 3-181, Giant Size 1

Step 3: Send Us Your Quicklist

Email your quicklist to backissues@emeraldcitycomics.com or text 727-378-2410. We’ll review it quickly and let you know if we're interested, then request any additional details or photos needed.

Why Use the Quicklist Method?

Saves Time: Most comics don’t have significant value unless they are key issues. A quicklist allows us to rapidly assess your collection’s potential value.
Efficiency: Creating detailed inventories and taking numerous photos is often unnecessary; we’ll only request additional details if needed.

Ready to Sell?

Once we review your quicklist and photos, we’ll schedule an appointment for you to bring in your collection. Our experienced buyers will appraise it and make you an immediate cash or store credit offer – store credit offers a bit more value!

Why Sell to Us?

We've been serving comic fans since 1989 and have earned a 4.8-star rating on Facebook and Google. Our buyers are experienced, fair, and respectful, understanding the sentimental and financial value of your collection.

Frequently Asked Question: "Why was I offered less than I expected?"

Condition Matters: Odors (such as smoke) and overall condition significantly impact value.
Retail Pricing: As a retail store, we can only offer a percentage of the retail, guide, or eBay value, since we need to cover operational costs and may hold onto items for extended periods.
Supply and Demand: If we have high supply or low demand for certain items, we might not be able to make an offer. In such cases, you may have better luck selling through eBay, Craigslist, or at a local convention; or consider donating to friends, family, or a charity.

Have questions?
Email backissues@emeraldcitycomics.com or call 727-398-2665 and ask for Justin, Nico, or Neil. We’re here to help!