There are two ways to determine the value of a comic book. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. First team press lithograph 1988 penciled and inked by jose luis garcialopez. Can superman stop the seemingly mindless, unstoppable creature called doomsday. July 29, 2012 on ebay want to read more about superman comic book values. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. Values of adventures of superman free comic book values. Postflashpoint comic books 20112016 action comics and superman comic books, specials, annuals and graphic novels 20112016 superman unchained comic books 202015 batmansuperman comic books 202016 supermanwonder woman comic books 202016 earth 2. Hes always been bigger than just one comic book, one tv show, or one film. The man of steel comic books featured stores intertwined with those in these other titles. Its very confusing when you see two copies of superman with the same number but different covers and cover prices see superman all color comics.
Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. Our top 60 most valuable comic books published since 1992 will tell you. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty. Star trek the tabukan syndrome comic book part two no. 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. Doomsday part 1, superman 1992 weekly reading order part 45. Dc published the story in three collected volumes from 1992 to 1993. Comic type monthly issue annual special giant size king size prestige format hard cover gn soft cover gn trade paperback. The 80page giant was recalled primarily because of a segment titled letitia lerner, supermans babysitter by kyle.
Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age 1992date. Price new from used from paperback, january 1, 1992 please retry. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. The story begins with supermans birth on the doomed planet krypton and follows him on his arrival to earth, his childhood in kansas and his career as reporter for the daily planet. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that supermans coffin is empty. Jim shooter, barry windsorsmith and bob layton, all at the peak of their powers, tell the story of the birth and death, and then birth again of the valiant universe. Action comics superman batman mini books covers of first. Platinum age 18971937 2,283 golden age 19381955 172,425 silver age 19561969 208,121. Old superman comic books value the 5 most expensive comic books ever sold may 7, 2019 if youre planning on putting yourself through college based on the strength of your comic book collection, youve got a little rethinking to do. January, 2017 a list of important comics from the 1990s key comics from 1990 key comics from 1991 key comics from 1992 key comics from 1993 key comics from 1994 key comics from 1995 key comics from 1996 key comics from 1997 key comics from 1998 key comics from 1999 special note.
She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect supermans tomb beneath his memorial statue. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. And another flaw is that some veryhighvalue comics simply didnt have. The answer is of course that one is an australian reprint the 8d9d ones and one is the australian reprint for the uk market or uk variant copy cover priced 6d. Top 100 most valuable comic books of the golden age 19381956 the 100 most valuable comic books from each age. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Written by roger stern, with art by bob mcleod and denis rodier. Superman ungraded modern age comics 1992now for sale ebay. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The 80 page giant was recalled primarily because of a segment titled letitia lerner, supermans babysitter by kyle. The movie contradicted longestablished comic book legend. The krypton man drags superman toward earths newly red sun and certain death until superman takes temporary refuge on the planet mercury. The 1990s were a rollercoaster, starting out with a major boom period and.
The first, and usually fastest, is to look it up in a price guide. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Death of superman comic book lot dc 1st doomsday man of steel 18 75 bagged. Find the value of the dc comic adventures of superman volume 1. Supermanbatman worlds finest tpb 1992 dc 1st edition comic books. In 1986, dc comics revamped the superman comics recreating superman and his supporting cast of friends and enemies.
We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age began. Here is an overview of superman s comic book career, since writer jerry siegel 19141996 and artist joe shuster 1914 1992 invented him while still teenagers. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. Jan, 2017 january, 2017 a list of important comics from the 1990s key comics from 1990 key comics from 1991 key comics from 1992 key comics from 1993 key comics from 1994 key comics from 1995 key comics from 1996 key comics from 1997 key comics from 1998 key comics from 1999 special note. Z are still lost and suffering from amnesia on the mysterious dinosaur island. Supermanbatman worlds finest tpb 1992 dc 1st edition comic. 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 strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. The novels conceit sounded coola guy who regrets trading away a comic book as a kid. Get the best deals on superman ungraded modern age comics 1992 now. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. List of important comics from the 1990s rare comics.
Superman first modern age comics 1992now for sale ebay. Usually between 1984 to 1991 modern 1992 to current. Superman with the help of steel, eradicator, supergirl, superboy, and green lantern hal jordan, finally defeat cyborg superman and mongul at engine city. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. Crisis at hand, part 2 of two paperback january 1, 1992 by dan jurgens author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. May 18, 2008 dc superman comic book back from the dead 1993 collector edition value. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993.
Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks. Superman, superhero, copper age 1984 1991, comics, collectibles. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Superman, superhero, copper age 19841991, comics, collectibles. The year 1992 saw the emergence of image comics onto the scene.
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. Get the best deals on dc superman comic book collections when you. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant, causing mint condition copies to be. 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. It seems that superman and batman are not just the yin and yang of the dc universe, but of comic book value as well. If the assembled might of the jla cant do it, what hope does he have. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the. Some concluded image was exclusively direct edition, but as it turns out, under the mountain of direct edition copies they sold, there was also a small sliver of copies that were distributed on newsstands 1% by one insiders estimate. Although the end of the 20th century was a troubling time for the comic book industry, some comics from the 90s are worth the kind of money that. What is your adventures of superman comic book worth. Frankly, i view that particular marketing event as being the greatest catastrophe to strike the world of.
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. The second is to see how much the item is selling for in auctions or online listings. Society comic books 20152016 doomed comic books 20152016. Not only did the character survive richard donners interpretation, he became an even better superman because of it. This highly desirable superman run is a representation of one of the most sought after collectibles in the comic book market. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. Comics of 1993 to repeat the caveat i gave on the main 1990s page which has links to see other years within the decade, the list you are about to see involves no judgment or pricing data, but rather simply ranks the universe of d. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The comic book price guide for great britain superman. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are preowned. Price guides allow for quick reference of a comic books estimated. This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books.
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