I am not an expert so i will not attempt to graderate each comic. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. Many were released on cardboard or vinyl records with accompanying readalong books. Bagged death of superman memorial edition first printing comics january 6, 1993. Superman has stumbled upon a hidden laboratory hes been looking for weeks.
The man of steel comic books featured stores intertwined with those in these other. Brainiac, mongul, zod, parasite, kalibak, cyborg superman, metallo, doomsday, atomic skull even creepy, nonsuperpowered types like the toy man. Unlike the book and earlier film\, wyler doesnt overplay this bit. Originally introduced in 1938 by jerry seigel and joe shuster during the ninth year of the great depression, superman offered readers a protagonist who symbolized. To write a story and not just a one issue fake out, or an imaginary tale where superman actual.
By showing the story throughout the latter half of the 20th century, it also offers a taste of nostalgia for the comic books of the old days. An alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to earth, where he grows up to become his adoptive homes first and greatest superhero. Superman, superhero, copper age 1984 1991, comics, collectibles. Tales from the database mile high comics, chuck rozanski. Superman the man of steel comic book dc comics reign of the supermen. What made the death of superman promotion so much different than all the rest of the specious comics marketing schemes cooked up during the early 1990s was that it was aimed at the general public. Great book ready to ship to upgrade your collection. The man of steel, action comics, and justice league of america introduces an unstoppable alien named doomsday who creates a path of destruction on his way to the heart of metropolis and whom superman must stop at any.
The batman sixth scale figure has a muscled body design, articulated for a variety of actionpacked poses. Henry cavill teases supermans return from the dead on. The novels conceit sounded coola guy who regrets trading away. 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. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always.
The caped crusader and his sidekick, robin, have been around since the late 1930s. The most valuable superman comic book ever is for sale on ebay. Certain images from the series are taken from famous comic book covers or panels. Death of superman, while mediocre in content set the scene, funeral for a friend was moving and the return was fantastic and the climax of a whole new superman. It received critical acclaim and was nominated for the 2004 eisner award for best limited series. Threedimension adventures superman 3d dc comics 1953. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Author mark millar created the comic with the premise what if superman had been raised in the soviet union.
Superman album, giant the comic book price guide for. Im shocked to say it myself, especially after the godawful way that he wrote superboy, but if you doubt my words, theres plenty in the issue to argue for this premise. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc president paul levitz to beg him to cancel the idea. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Up for auction superman 3d very rare comic book issued back in 1953 by dc comics.
Ewart nov 30, 2012 this issue will make two in a row, at least for me, and heres why. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to. July 29, 2012 on ebay want to read more about superman comic book values. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced. In 1953, the soviet union reveals its newest asset to be superman. One gig after another, superman is dead is constantly on the road, almost always away from home and, thus, until recently. Subzero comics buys and sells comics, action figures, statues and busts and all related collectibles. And\, as ev eryone knows\, the biggest bit is the chariot race. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books.
The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. 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 without a superman, plus 40 pages of bonus extras including promotional material and product spotlights. But when enigma his favorite childhood comic book hero inexplicably comes to life smith finds himself on an obsessive crusade to uncover the secret behind his improbable existence.
All portions of the grand comics database, except where noted otherwise, are ed by the gcd and are licensed under a creative commons attributionsharealike 4. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Batman has a pair of blue sculpted boots and a pair of bladed gauntlets, along with his yellow utility belt. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Batmans portrait is inspired by his comic book appearance, with his stylized cowl with white eyes. More specifically, below is a list of editions and current prices for different grades from comic price guide. This includes but is not necessarily limited to our database schema and data distribution format. He is startled to see that numerous data about him has been collected about him there.
Milestone, paradox press, piranha press, tangent comics, vertigo, wildstorm. Probably not much since dc really overprinted on stuff like that. Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. Bonus man of steel poster attached in center of comic. The history of superman spans over 60 years and includes the man of steels representation in many forms. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of. Teaming with enigmas comic creator smith encounters an insanityinducing psychopath a braineating serial killer and a suicideinciting clown posse as his quest. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published may 2011 by dc. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. It is signed by jerry ordway and is 1522 of 10,000. The death of superman might have been a surprise to some film fans, but dedicated readers of dc comics knew where warner bros.
Top superman comic books comic book values comic book. Accidentally destroyed this comic when i was a kid it belong to my brother. 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. Feb 23, 2010 writers of the superman comic books have spent decades building up a wonderful gallery of superpowered rogues that can give supes a run for his money.
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. Superman flies up with the laboratory and places it at a lagrange point in space. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. If you discover an old collection full of batman comics. In the 101st issue of wonder woman the time trapper makes his debut. Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. Its full of superman mythology to keep the fans on their toes. This is a rare opportunity indeed, and would be a great addition to any collection of comicart or superman and related collectibles or 3d ephemera, or just the serious comic fans collection. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books.
This epic is part of the death of superman storyline and is the best of the 3 gns. The final issue of harvey kurtzmans satirical magazine humbug is published. Superman comics, superman toys, superman memorabilia for sale. This book is still in decent shape but comes with no glasses.
Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. When this book was first released it was a national sensation. Many of you have read about this significant find in c. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. The series follows myrwann, the last existing member of the beings called the. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. With christopher reeve, margot kidder, gene hackman, marlon brando. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. They are all in fair, good, or near mint condition. It was published in superman, action comics, the adventures of superman, superman.