Let’s start with the basics.
If you own Star Wars #1 from 1977, you’re holding something very special. And no, we don’t mean emotionally — we mean financially. This isn’t just a comic book, it’s a warp-speed ticket to collectible gold, and we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about it — including how to sell Star Wars comics to people who know what they’re doing (read: us).
So buckle up. This is the tale of laser swords, space wizards, first appearances, and how a scrappy little issue helped launch a multibillion-dollar pop culture empire — and how you can profit from it.
The Birth of a Galaxy: What Is Star Wars #1 (1977)?
Published in July 1977 by Marvel Comics, Star Wars #1 adapted the original Star Wars film before it even hit wide release. Yes, this means a bunch of 70s kids read the comic and knew the story before seeing the movie in cinemas. (Sorry, George.)
This issue was the first in a six-part series based on Episode IV: A New Hope, written by Roy Thomas and illustrated by Howard Chaykin. And honestly, if you’ve ever wanted to see a vaguely disco-fied Luke Skywalker looking like he just got off a Bee Gees tour, this comic is your holy grail.
But make no mistake — this comic is seriously important. It features the first comic book appearances of:
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Luke Skywalker
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Princess Leia
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Darth Vader
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Obi-Wan Kenobi
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Han Solo
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Chewbacca
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C-3PO and R2-D2
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Jawas, Sandtroopers, and, presumably, that one guy who doesn’t like you in the cantina
It's not just nostalgia — this is first-appearance city. And we all know in the world of comics, first appearances mean ka-ching.
Why Star Wars #1 Matters to Collectors
So why does everyone want a copy of Star Wars #1?
Because it’s the first time Star Wars leapt from the silver screen to the printed page. This issue represents a massive cultural crossover, blending Marvel’s comic book empire with George Lucas’s freshly minted sci-fi juggernaut.
At the time, no one really knew Star Wars was going to be a hit. Marvel took a chance. And it paid off harder than Han Solo’s sabacc hand.
The series was so successful, it actually saved Marvel Comics from financial ruin in the late '70s. For real. You can read about it in various retrospectives, or check out this handy Comic Book Historians piece that breaks it all down.
And now, nearly 50 years later, these comics are hot property. Especially Issue #1.
Let’s Talk Value: What’s Star Wars #1 Worth?
If your copy is in minty fresh condition, sealed tighter than Vader’s grip on an incompetent admiral, you might be in for a windfall.
Here’s a general price range (as of mid-2025 — values may vary depending on the whims of collectors and the current state of the Galactic Senate):
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Raw copy in Good condition (well-loved but readable): £40–£80
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Raw copy in Fine to Very Fine: £100–£250
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CGC 9.0–9.4: £400–£1,000
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CGC 9.8 (pristine, shiny, graded like a Death Star blueprint): £2,000–£10,000+
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35¢ Price Variant (very rare test market edition): Easily over £15,000+ in high grade. Yes, that’s a comma. No, we’re not joking.
You can verify some of these values on sites like GoCollect, eBay, and Heritage Auctions.
Basically, if you've got a high-grade copy, you've got a better investment than whatever your crypto portfolio is doing right now.
CGC Grading: Should You Get It Slabbed?
Short answer: maybe.
Longer answer: If your copy is crisp, with minimal spine wear, tight corners, and no Darth Vader doodles in the margin, grading can significantly increase the resale value.
But grading costs money. And time. And involves waiting. Which, frankly, could be better spent selling your comics to us, getting paid fast, and using that cash to buy something truly important — like a life-sized Grogu for your hallway.
We’re happy to help assess whether your issue is worth grading — just contact us here and send some photos. We’ll do the heavy lifting. No Force powers required.
Variants, Reprints, and Weird Editions
You may have seen Star Wars #1 in shops recently and thought, “Wait a minute, didn’t this come out decades ago?” Yes — but the issue has been reprinted a lot. Here’s what to look out for:
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Original 1977 Edition (30¢ cover price) – the standard version
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35¢ Price Variant – super rare, test marketed in select U.S. cities
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Whitman reprint – has a diamond logo instead of the standard barcode
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Modern reprints – will often say “Facsimile Edition” or “True Believers” and have barcodes, $1 prices, or modern Marvel branding
If you’re not sure which version you’ve got, we can tell you. Just don’t try to sell us a 2019 reprint and say it came from your nan’s loft. We’re nerds — not suckers.
Got a Whole Star Wars Collection?
Even better.
We love buying full Star Wars comic collections, from Marvel’s 70s run, to Dark Horse’s epic ‘90s expansions (Dark Empire, anyone?), to the modern Marvel relaunch in 2015. Key issues we’re always on the lookout for:
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Star Wars #1 (1977) – Obviously
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Star Wars #42 (1980) – First appearance of Boba Fett
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Star Wars #68 – Early Mandalorian lore
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Star Wars: Heir to the Empire #1 – First appearance of Grand Admiral Thrawn
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Darth Vader #3 (2017) – First appearance of Doctor Aphra
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High Republic #1 – Modern key issue in high demand
Got any of the above? Sell your Star Wars comics to us before your attic becomes the next Sarlacc pit of cardboard.
FAQs for Sellers (a.k.a. What You Might Be Thinking Right Now)
"Will you buy just one comic?"
Yes. We’re not fussy. One comic or a thousand, we’ll give you a quote.
"Do I need to know what grade it is?"
Nope. Send us photos and we’ll help. We’ve seen enough comics to eyeball a slab from a mile off like a bounty hunter scoping Mos Eisley.
"Do I have to post it?"
We can arrange postage, meet-ups, or collection — depending on location. We’re based in the UK and often pick up collections in person. No Jawa transport required.
"Will you rip me off?"
Absolutely not. We’re collectors too, and we believe in fair prices and honest deals. We’re not the Empire — we’re more like the Rebellion, but with better WiFi.
In Conclusion: The Force (and the Funds) Are Strong With This One
Star Wars #1 (1977) isn’t just a comic — it’s history. It’s the start of something that changed the world. It’s also something that could change your bank balance, if you’re smart about it.
So if you’re looking to:
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Sell Star Wars comics
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Find out the value of Star Wars #1
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Unload your old Marvel or Dark Horse Star Wars collections
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Avoid the hassle of grading and selling online
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Deal with people who love comics just as much as you do
You know what to do:
Click here to sell your comics now
Or message us with a list or photos. We’ll get back to you faster than the Falcon doing the Kessel Run.
