Superman the return of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. The better the condition, the more the book can be worth to collectors who want the ones in the best shape. As a consequence of introducing this series alongside its already existing titles, dc comics was able to publish a new superman comic each week. Apr 18, 2020 find great deals up to 70% off on preowned dc comics on mercari. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Its simple, the older the comic book the higher it will rank in value, it also depends on the condition of the comic book most often referred to as grading. It is the publishing unit of dc entertainment, a subsidiary of warner bros. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. The death and return of superman dc comic book 1993 first edition. So, the next year, he was finally featured in his own comic. Even with help from superboy, steel, supergirl, and the returning eradicator, does superman have a chance to win a. 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 superman comic isnt as rare as some of the others, but its still rare.
Dc comics is one of the largest and oldest american comic book companies. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Since ashcan comic books were handdrawn, unfinished versions of early comic books for legal purposes they were supposed to be thrown out in the ashcan. New comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters. About the superman comics last updated september 6, 2011. Values of death of superman, the comics price guide. Save on a huge selection of new and used items from fashion to toys, shoes to electronics. In america, the overstreet comic book price guide is the most used reference book for determining the value of old comics. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. But it soon becomes apparent that only superman can stand against the monstrosity that has been. My brother had received this as a gift in 1993 and it was ruined.
Superman is a fictional character, a comic book superhero appearing in publications by dc comics, widely considered to be an american cultural icon. After the success of the anthology comic action comics, national periodical publications which later became dc comics figured out superman was popular. Number of printed issues, where it can be verified, any facts that may affect the book value. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. 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. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. Written and drawn by john byrne, the series was presented in six issues which were inked by dick giordano. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The series told the story of supermans modern origin, which had been rebooted following the 198586 series crisis on infinite earths. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Heck, at least in the first printing, they couldnt even read the book without reducing its value, as dc polybagged the issue. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993.
New listing dc comics the death of superman graphic novel with death of superman comic book. The story followed events that first took place during the death of superman storyline, as well as the followup storyarc funeral for. This price guide has an updated edition published annually. The superman comics series would run for hundreds of issues, but only two or three ashcan copies of superman comics exist.
Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics killed their greatest hero is collected here. Asked in science fiction, dc comics, superman what is the value of the dc 3 comic pack from jan 93 which includes the death of superman and superman doomsday and justice league america the revenge. Death and return of superman part 3, reign of the supermen part tpb, superman published dec 2005 by dc. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Dc published the story in three collected volumes from 1992 to 1993. The regular issue cost 75 cents, this being the early90s. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. The majority of its publications take place within the fictional dc universe and feature numerous culturally iconic heroic characters, most notably. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc. Superman book dc comics nip new limited no 1 death sealed super hero in plastic.
Superboy konel is a fictional character, a comic book superhero in the dc comics universe. Almost any early superman comic book has value if its in reasonable condition. Created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in 1932 while both. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. The largest online source for comic book pricing in the world. The death of superman was released in time for the 1992 christmas shopping season and, according to comics historian matthew k. Manning, is the bestselling trade paperback of all time. Use our comic price guide articles to find out the value of your old comics or email us your list for a free online comic book appraisal. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic reign of the. The death of superman, world without a superman, and the return of superman. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition.
With over a decade behind us now since that illadvised promotion was first conceptualized, i believe that all of us in the world of comics are still paying the price for the death of superman. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. The man of steel is a 1986 comic book limited series featuring the dc comics character superman. Death of superman publisher dc comics store date january 10, 1993 cover price. When a hulking monster emerges from an underground resting place and begins a mindless rampage, the justice league is quickly called in to stop the colossal force of nature.
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