Hidden Superman Comic in Mom's Attic Sells for a Whopping $9.12M!

Last Christmas, three brothers made an incredible discovery while cleaning out their late mother's attic in California. Hidden beneath a pile of old newspapers and surrounded by cobwebs, they found a cardboard box containing six comic books. Among these was a rare and original copy of Superman number one, published in June 1939. This comic book, which tells the story of Superman's early adventures, was in surprisingly good condition despite being over eighty years old. The brothers, now in their 50s and 60s, had always heard from their mother that she owned a valuable comic collection, but she never showed it to them. The comics had been bought by their mother and her brother during the time between the Great Depression and the start of World War Two.

The cool climate of northern California helped preserve the comics, keeping them safe from damage that could have happened in a warmer place. If the comics had been stored in a hot attic in Texas, for example, they might have been ruined. After waiting a few months, the brothers contacted Heritage Auctions, a well-known auction house in Texas. Lon Allen, the vice-president of Heritage Auctions, quickly traveled to San Francisco to see the comics for himself. He was amazed by the condition of the Superman comic, which was later graded by CGC, a respected comic grading company. CGC gave the Superman number one comic a score of 9. 0 out of 10, which is higher than any previous copy of this comic.

When the comic went up for auction, it broke all records by selling for $9. 12 million, making it the most expensive comic book ever sold. The previous record was held by Action Comics number one, which introduced Superman in 1938 and sold for $6 million last year. The brothers chose to keep their names private, but one of them shared in a press release that the box of comics had been forgotten for years as life brought changes and losses to their family. He said that the discovery was not just about finding old paper and ink, but about memories, family, and the surprising ways the past can return. The sale of the Superman comic is a testament to the value of preserving history and the emotional connections that collectibles can hold. This story shows how something hidden away for decades can suddenly become life-changing, reminding us of the importance of family and the treasures that may be waiting to be found.