The ComicLink Focused Auction has been closing for the past couple of weeks, but there are still thousands of lots to go, ending between June 30 and July 12, 2023. Lots close each weeknight starting at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT. The auction features thousands of certified comic books from all eras and genres and over 700 examples of comic and fantasy original art. Additionally, for the first time ComicLink is auctioning over 500 examples of rare Dungeons & Dragons material ending on the final day of the auction, Wednesday, July 12.  

Some of the significant comic book examples still to close are:

• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 CGC 4.5 and CGC 9.2 second printing
• Amazing Spider-Man #129 CGC 7.0
• Avengers #1 CGC 3.0
• Batman #121 CGC 1.8
• Batman: The Dark Knight Returns #1 CGC 9.8
• DC Comics Presents #26 CGC 9.8
• Fantastic Four #1 CGC 0.5
• Flash #123 CGC 3.0
• Giant-Size X-Men #1 CGC 3.0
• Incredible Hulk #340 CGC 9.8
• Spawn #222 CGC 9.8 Kudranski variant cover
• Star Wars #1 CGC 9.8
• Superman #303 CGC 9.8 (highest, one of three) and #317 CGC 9.8
• Tales of Suspense #39 CGC 1.0
• Tales to Astonish #13 CGC 1.5
• The Crow #1 CGC 9.6
• Transformers #1 CGC 9.8
• Ultimate Fallout #4 CGC 9.8
• Werewolf By Night #32 CGC 8.0
• X-Men #1 CGC 1.5, #4 CGC 3.5 and CGC 3.0, and #129 CGC 9.8, and Uncanny X-Men #266 CGC 9.8

Original art highlights are:

• Jack Kirby Ruby-Spears concept illustrations
• Steven Hughes Lady Death and Superman illustration
• Charlie Adlard Walking Dead #58 page from Rick’s reunion with Morgan and Duane
• Alfonso Azpiri Bethlehem Steele illustration
• John Byrne Elektra illustration
• Howard Chaykin American Flagg #6 page, and Sword and Sorcery #1 page with Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser
• Jim Cheung Infinity #1 splash with Captain America and a large Avengers gathering
• Cliff Chiang Wonder Woman #35 page with Wonder Woman vs. Minotaur
• Gabriele Dell’Otto Ms. Marvel (Carol Danvers) illustration
• Jim Fern Spectacular Spider-Man #130 page with the Hobgoblin
• David Finch Psylocke illustration
• Jenny Frison Sandman commission illustration
• Bob Hall Nick Fury: Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. #1 page
• Bryan Hitch Ultimates  #11 page with Captain America
• Phil Jimenez Invisibles #12 page with King Mob
• Bob Layton Iron Man #131 cover reimagination with Iron Man vs. Hulk
• Jae Lee Batman/Superman #1 page with Batman, Superman, and Catwoman
• Mike Mignola Hellboy illustration
• Todd Nauck Young Justice #1 page 1 splash of Batman and Robin
• Eric Powell Albatross Exploding Funny Books #1 Goon story page
• Esad Ribic Thor illustration
• Tim Sale Emma Frost illustration and Woman in Striped Dress illustration
• Damion Scott Batgirl #24 cover
• Kent Williams Blood: A Tale splash
• Jorge Zaffino Punisher: Kingdom Gone page

Some of the Dungeons & Dragons material dates back over 50 years, including a white box set signed by D&D creator Gary Gygax, rare games from competitions, and signed material such as original notes from a game by Gygax’s son, Ernie. There is also a wide selection of uncommon collectible material produced by small publishers.

Those interested in consigning to an upcoming ComicLink auction can email a prospective auction list to buysell@comiclink.com or call (617) 517-0062 (option 1). Upfront cash advances are being offered upon receipt. In addition to auctioning items for consignors, ComicLink is also always accepting new sellers for the ComicLink exchange marketplaces, brokering private placement deals, and buying outright.

Their next Focused Auction launches on July 14, followed by the Summer Featured Auction starting on August 18. Auction placement can be reserved in the ComicLink Auction Schedule.