NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Bodnar’s July 31 sale pleased comic collectors, while its August 1 auction targeted Barbie doll fashionistas. At the July 31 sale, The Incredible Hulk #181, considered to be “The Grail” for collectors, containing the first full appearance of Wolverine and with the Shanna the She-Devil value stamp intact, VF condition, sold for $8,100, including buyer’s premium.

The next day, a virtual Barbie runway was topped by a Silkstone Dahlia Barbie doll from a Barbie fashion model collection of a consignor who enjoyed and displayed many of her Barbies. With a Barbie Collector Platinum label and complete in a box, the doll sold for $1,320 with buyer’s premium.

“The July 31 sale was the better of both days,” said Joe Bodner, owner. “There were more than 3,000 registered bidders with 550 participating across three platforms, Bodnar’s Auction, LiveAuctioneers and Invaluable.” It was a “White Glove” sale with all 263 lots finding buyers and it totaled $62,680. More highlights from both days will be featured in a follow-on review.