The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. New comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. Superman first modern age comics 1992now for sale ebay. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics.
Action troubleshooter fairgood vintage dc comic book 1973 toyscomics. Jim shooter, barry windsorsmith and bob layton, all at. Lp record and comic book, a membership card, a pin, and a secret code, all packed in a box. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint. There are two ways to determine the value of a comic book. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher.
The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. The best single issue of the decade and number four on wizards list of the top ten best comics over the last fifteen years. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. At the end of last weeks column, i promised you that i would discuss this week the impact that the 1992 death of superman promotion had on the world of comics. Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. It doesnt matter if its a superman comic book, comic spiderman, x men comic or old title that nobody has heard of it can hold value, first you need to find out what type it is and age. Frankly, i view that particular marketing event as being the greatest catastrophe to strike the world of comics since the kefauver senate hearings of 1955. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early issues of batman comics, the series which began in 1940.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. But batman is there to counter the jokers every move. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint condition in a box along with batman 1 22 all in mint condition and he ran from the government for tax reasons, got very ill and passed away, and they are. While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr. Feb 05, 2016 because it has never been done before. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters.
Every comic book has a area on the first page all the way at the bottom that lists information such as, issue number, print date, publisher etc. Crisis at hand, part 2 of two paperback 1992 by dan jurgens author. Z are still lost and suffering from amnesia on the mysterious dinosaur island. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. The series debuted november 1, 2006, and was canceled in april 2008 after 14 issues. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty. Values of adventures of superman free comic book values. Alive again, luthor declares that he now hates supergirl even more than superman because she has made him a laughingstock by saving his life. Price guides allow for quick reference of a comic books estimated. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics.
May 18, 2008 dc superman comic book back from the dead 1993 collector edition value. Its mongul and the cyborg superman against superman, superboy, supergirl, steel, the eradicator, and hal jordan in what remains of coast city. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. Sage books men, masculinity, and the media sage knowledge. What is your adventures of superman comic book worth. The first comic book devoted to superman, reprinting the original action comics story, was published in the summer of 1939. In part 5 of panic in the sky, continued from action. Comic books in superman 1992 weekly reading order all issues. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom.
Find the value of the dc comic adventures of superman volume 1. A comic book guide can help you know if the book is worth something, but unless you really know how to grade comic books, it might be best to consult a local comic book store. After witnessing his parents brutal murder as a child, millionairephilanthropist bruce wayne pledges his life to fighting crime disguised as batman. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Superman confidential was a monthly comic book series from dc comics. The death and return of superman omnibus includes the bestselling trade paperbacks the death of superman and the return of superman, as well as portions of world. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. Superman 1987 2006 from dc comics league of comic geeks. Panic in the sky part 3, superman 1992 weekly reading order part. If you are in the market to buy or sell a death of superman trade paperback comic book, make sure you know which version you have.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. The first, and usually fastest, is to look it up in a price guide. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis.
Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Superman comic issue 78 newsstand edition first print 1993 dan jurgens breeding. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are preowned. The story of superman s life the origin of superman. Platinum age 18971937 2,283 golden age 19381955 172,425 silver age 19561969 208,121. This highly desirable superman run is a representation of one of the most sought after collectibles in the comic book market. His greed is matched by his obsession with photojournalist vicki vale. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics.
Dc published the story in three collected volumes from 1992 to 1993. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always. The krypton man drags superman toward earths newly red sun and certain death until superman takes temporary refuge on the planet mercury. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before. Superman comics index 19862011 introduction here is a listing of the regular superman titles since the john byrne 1986 miniseries man of steel up until the postflashpoint relaunch in 2011. Superman%27s%20debut%2c%20action%20comics%20no%201%2c% 20sells%. Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks. His longtime nemesis, the joker, has sinister plans for the citizens of gotham city. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books. The second is to see how much the item is selling for in auctions or online listings.
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