How to Collect Comics

Preserve Comics

• 1

  Put comics in a mylar sleeve that covers the book like a clear envelope and has a pressed-board backing to keep it straight.

• 2

  Slide the backing into the mylar sleeve with the treated side facing front. (Backing boards are white on one side and gray on the untreated side.)

• 3

  Slide the comic book into the sleeve, cover facing out.

• 4

  Store comics in short or long comic boxes with the comics standing up.

Buy Comics

• 5

  Locate your local comic and specialty stores.

• 6

  Browse the store of choice. Look for comics with strong story lines and exceptional illustrations.

• 7

  Pick up the titles you like and pay for them.

• 8

  Collect what interests you or what you think will increase in market value. If you're lucky, you'll do both at once.