Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. Written by roger stern, with art by bob mcleod and denis rodier. Nov 18, 2012 lori horne of boston grabs several copies of the death of superman comic book from the shelves of comicopia in boston during the first hours of sales wednesday, nov.
The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows. Edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. 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. Despite the pain and anguish the bursting of the comic book speculator bubble caused the industry in the 1990s, over the past few months the gimmick cover comics adorned. Values of adventures of superman free comic book values. Find great deals on ebay for death of superman comic and death of superman comic cgc. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Superman volume 2 was the first ongoing superman title to take place in the revised continuity following the events depicted in the crisis on infinite earths limited series.
Superman book dc comics nip new limited no 1 death. This article needs additional citations for verification. Death of superman 1992 doomsday vs superman complete. Other superman rare comic books are listed lower down this page. Superman first modern age comics 1992now for sale ebay. Values of adventures of superman comics price guide. For the first several years, the stories contained in superman volume 2 were selfcontained, occasionally crossing over into other comic titles depending upon.
How much is the original death of superman comic worth. It wasnt the first time, or the last but for one moment in the early 1990s, the combination of a slow news day and the growing popularity of comics collided for what many people recall as the busiestever day for comicbook sales. After the crisis, the superman family of titles endured a major change in format. Joe shuster 1914 1992 canadianamerican comic book artist best known for cocreating the dc comics character superman, with writer jerry siegel, first published in action comics no. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. The death of superman set cgc comic book collectors chat. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. Milestone, paradox press, piranha press, tangent comics, vertigo, wildstorm. Included in these 6 issues were two special issues. When viewed overall 1992 was a somewhat haphazard year for the superman titles. 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.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Accidentally destroyed this comic when i was a kid it belong to my brother. The calm before the storm or aliens, vampires and demons oh my. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. Dc comics, marvel comics and indie alike, nothing is free from our dramatic readings. Worlds finest and dc comics presents ceased publication, action comics adopted a teamup format filling the former role of dc comics. Free comic book value and price resources comic book secrets jan 19, 2008 it walks you through finding comic book values and prices and helps you decide the best method for your situation. While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr. Dc comics supergirl in action comics comic book issue 674 february 1992 very. The writers and editors of the superman line had been leading up to a wedding.
The death of superman comic book value 1992 11215w. The crossover, which originated from editor mike carlin and writers dan jurgens, roger stern, louise simonson, jerry ordway, and karl kesel, began in december 1992 and lasted until october 1993. 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. The bad news is that this results in the creation of a new menace that proves deadly to superman. The death of superman is a comic book storyline culminating in superman vol. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Customs services and international tracking provided.
What is your adventures of superman comic book worth. The year began in grand style with an alien invasion epic called panic in the sky. Its mongul and the cyborg superman against superman, superboy, supergirl, steel, the eradicator, and hal jordan in what remains of coast city. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of superman.
Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. Muth, todd mcfarlane, michael golden, and geof darrow. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. As a consequence of introducing this series alongside its already existing titles, dc comics was able to publish a new superman comic each week. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. The death of superman set comics general cgc comic book. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. The writers and editors of the superman line had been leading up to a wedding between lois lane and clark kent.
Frankly, i view that particular marketing event as being the greatest catastrophe to strike the world of. Comic books dramatically read by the eligible monster team. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Unfollow death of superman comic to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Dc customs services and international tracking provided.
Find the value of the dc comic adventures of superman volume 1. It wasnt a bad year, just up and down in terms of story and events. Helen slater as supergirl dc comics superman supergirl film, supergirl. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. Outstanding oversized original pencil drawing of his creation, superman, drawn on a 16 x 10 tancolored sheet and signed joe shuster in black ink at bottom. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Book 1 of 104 in the action comics 19382011 series. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman. Doomsday part 1, superman 1992 weekly reading order part 45.
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. Superman volume 2 began its publishing history in 1987 and followed in the footsteps of the man of steel limited series a series that effectively rewrote the history of superman. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of. More specifically, below is a list of editions and current prices for different grades from comic price guide. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a.
Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to. Panic in the sky part 3, superman 1992 weekly reading order part 11. Most folks dont care if the comic been wrapped in saran wrap, a comic bag, or in a burrito. Adventures of superman 0 a, oct 1994 comic book by dc. New publishers black eye productions, african prince productions, defiant comics, approbation. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. Another local store sold its entire supply of copies before noon. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition.