Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. 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. Dc published the story in three collected volumes from 1992 to 1993. Alive again, luthor declares that he now hates supergirl even more than superman because she has made him a laughingstock by saving his life. In part 5 of panic in the sky, continued from action. The second is to see how much the item is selling for in auctions or online listings. Values of adventures of superman free comic book values. The first comic book devoted to superman, reprinting the original action comics story, was published in the summer of 1939. Superman first modern age comics 1992now for sale ebay.
New comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. Lp record and comic book, a membership card, a pin, and a secret code, all packed in a box. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Superman 1987 2006 from dc comics league of comic geeks. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. 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.
Crisis at hand, part 2 of two paperback 1992 by dan jurgens author. After witnessing his parents brutal murder as a child, millionairephilanthropist bruce wayne pledges his life to fighting crime disguised as batman. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Sage books men, masculinity, and the media sage knowledge. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated.
Jim shooter, barry windsorsmith and bob layton, all at. Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. Find the value of the dc comic adventures of superman volume 1. The story of supermans life the origin of superman. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. 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. Superman confidential was a monthly comic book series from dc comics. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. What is your adventures of superman comic book worth. Superman comic issue 78 newsstand edition first print 1993 dan jurgens breeding. Action troubleshooter fairgood vintage dc comic book 1973 toyscomics. The first, and usually fastest, is to look it up in a price guide. Price guides allow for quick reference of a comic books estimated.
The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. 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. Superman%27s%20debut%2c%20action%20comics%20no%201%2c% 20sells%. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. 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. 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. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. This highly desirable superman run is a representation of one of the most sought after collectibles in the comic book market.
The best single issue of the decade and number four on wizards list of the top ten best comics over the last fifteen years. But batman is there to counter the jokers every move. Panic in the sky part 3, superman 1992 weekly reading order part. Comic books in superman 1992 weekly reading order all issues. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant, causing mint condition copies to be. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before. The series debuted november 1, 2006, and was canceled in april 2008 after 14 issues. 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 original superman comic book series is the most popular series. 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 value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. Z are still lost and suffering from amnesia on the mysterious dinosaur island. May 18, 2008 dc superman comic book back from the dead 1993 collector edition value. 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. Platinum age 18971937 2,283 golden age 19381955 172,425 silver age 19561969 208,121. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine.
Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. Its mongul and the cyborg superman against superman, superboy, supergirl, steel, the eradicator, and hal jordan in what remains of coast city. 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. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Feb 05, 2016 because it has never been done before. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. His longtime nemesis, the joker, has sinister plans for the citizens of gotham city. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. The writers and editors of the superman line had been leading up to a wedding. 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. This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early issues of batman comics, the series which began in 1940.
Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are preowned. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. There are two ways to determine the value of a comic book. His greed is matched by his obsession with photojournalist vicki vale. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom.
While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books.
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