Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1
"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1" debuted in May 1984, laying the foundation for the beloved TMNT franchise. Packed with thrilling action and funny situations, the comic quickly won over fans of all ages.
The story unfolds in New York City, featuring four ninja-trained turtles - Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael - mentored by Splinter, a wise rat. Together, they battle the villainous Shredder amidst the city's bustling streets. Eastman and Laird's creation was special because it mixed Japanese martial arts, American superhero stuff, and humor materials all together.
Because "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1" was so popular, the franchise grew really fast. It led to TV shows, movies, games, and toys, cementing the Turtles' place in popular culture. The comic's real worth goes beyond making money. It's impressive because it keeps on making people love it with its messages about friendship, heroism, and the fight between good and bad.
Originally, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1” was printed in black and white, and there were only 3,000 copies made, which makes it a rare and valuable item for collectors. As one of the most valuable comic books from the 80s, “A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1” in near-mint copy can be sold for over $1,000. The highest-priced comic book from the 1980s is a CGC 9.8 grade, selling for over $15,000. The resale value of the book continues to increase and peaked in 2021 when it was sold for 245,000 USD.
Year: 1984
Average price: $10,000 - $30,000
Link to buy: https://www.amazon.com/Teenage-Mutant-Ninja-Turtles-1-ebook/dp/B00IU2EWZY
Read Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 online: https://readcomiconline.li/Comic/Teenage-Mutant-Ninja-Turtles-1984
