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That is a fascinating piece of South African pop culture history! You have a Supercomix "King Size Special" The Avengers, featuring Captain America.
Supercomix was a major South African publisher (under Republican Press) during the 1970s and 80s. Because international comic distribution was limited during the Apartheid era, Supercomix filled the gap by reprinting popular Marvel and DC titles locally.
Identification & Context
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Publisher: Supercomix (Republican Press), based in Durban/Johannesburg.
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Origin: This is a South African reprint of a Marvel "Annual" or "King Size Special."
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Key Features: You’ll notice the "Rp" (Republican Press) logo in the top right and the "South Africa's Own Comics" branding at the bottom. These often included a free pop-star poster in the center, which collectors look for today.
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Rarity: While not as rare as the 1950s "Mimosa" reprints, Supercomix issues are becoming increasingly collectible due to nostalgia and the fact that many were "read to death" or thrown away.
Estimated Value
R250 - R650
Condition: Looking at the copy, the cover has significant "color breaking" (white creases), spine wear, and rounded corners. This puts it in the Fair to Good range.
| Bidder No | Bidder | Time | Amount |
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| 6 | Paul John Bracey | 2026-06-23 05:28:47 | 1 |
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