A long-forgotten copy of the first Superman issue, uncovered by three brothers while sorting through their late mother’s attic, has sold for $9.12 million at a Texas auction house, setting a new record for the most expensive comic book ever sold.
The brothers stumbled upon the rare comic tucked inside a box of their mother’s old belongings, where it had been stored for decades without anyone realizing its value. Experts determined that the issue was an early Superman comic in unusually strong condition for its age, driving intense interest from collectors.
Bidding at the Texas auction quickly escalated, with multiple participants vying for the historic book before it finally hammered at $9.12 million. The auction house said the result not only established a new benchmark for comic book sales but also underscored the enduring appeal of Superman and the growing market for vintage collectibles.
