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Superman comics values and price guide heritage auctions. It is widely considered to be both the beginning of the superhero genre and. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Unrestored copy of first superman comic book for sale. Back cover features the first pinup of superman with is also the 1st ever pinup page to appear in a comic book. If youre looking to remain unspoiled, time to get up, up and away. Superman comics, superman toys, superman memorabilia for sale. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Sometimes, a comic book can become more than a comic book. From his blue uniform to his flowing red cape to the s shield on his chest, superman is one of the most immediately recognizable and beloved dc super heroes of all time. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that supermans coffin is empty. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book.

Superman and jimmy olsen travel to kandor to discover how normal sized kandorians are on earth and why they are attacking superman. Published just a few months after crisis on infinite earths, john byrnes the man of steel updated the saga of superman for modern audiences, changing certain aspects of the character in the process. The story of supermans life the origin of superman. Action comics marked the first appearance of superman and helped kick off the superhero genre. The adaptation of the original 2008 comic book story superman. Article with photos and biographies of jerry siegel and joe shuster. Included are complete comicbook stories and daily and sunday newspaper panels from jerry siegel and joe shusters creative fiascoprovided by publisher. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. The great superman comic book collection timehonored. 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.

You wont want to miss vandals vision of kryptonand a glimpse at a dark future he might rule. Other superman rare comic books are listed lower down this page. Nelson bridwell but unlike superman from the 30s to the 70s, only selected classic stories from the 50s to the 70s are included. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. In astro city, each issue is a new beginning and is presented without many of the visual and narrative shortcuts that are conventions of the comic book medium but. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. Some peg it to 1933, when the format of newsstand comic books was codified, but others place the moment in june of 1938, when superman made his debut in jerry siegel and joe shusters first issue of action comics, whose cover featured the redcaped superhero from the planet krypton lifting a car over his. 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 superman was born on the planet krypton and was given. 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. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr.

Price guides allow for quick reference of a comic books estimated. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. First superman comic book now up for auction on ebay. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. 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. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect supermans tomb beneath his memorial statue.

Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. In 2014, a pristine issue of the 1938 comic, with its original price of 10 cents. With superman back at full power, he takes the fight right to vandal savage in the epic conclusion to savage dawn. These files will help new and old readers understand whats happening to the man of steel. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. Lp record and comic book, a membership card, a pin, and a secret code, all packed in a box. Price new from used from paperback, january 1, 1992 please retry. The script was written by bob goodman and directed by james tucker. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are preowned.

The most valuable superman comic book ever is for sale on ebay. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. This issue is written by gene luen yang and features art by howard porter, patrick zircher and ardian syaf, plus a special page by classic man of steel artist jon bogdanove. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. The first, and usually fastest, is to look it up in a price guide. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. What you see on the site now is less than 10% of what i have available. Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive the man of steel fights a neverending battle for truth, justice, and the american way. Here is a list of the fifteen most expensive superman comics ever, as well. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. After being hidden away for years, a copy of the original action comics no. This epic is part of the death of superman storyline and is the best of the 3 gns. The item superman red son premium format figure by.

The superman family was a dc comics comic book series which ran from 1974 to 1982 featuring primarily stories starring the supporting characters in the superman comics. Theres a fair amount of debate about the beginning of the golden age of comics. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Superman on the cover, so this comic isnt worth as much as others. The novels conceit sounded coola guy who regrets trading away a comic book as a kid. Alive again, luthor declares that he now hates supergirl even more than superman because she has made him a laughingstock by saving his life. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. Comic books superman, action comics superman, superman the man of steel, the adventures of superman and much more. First self titled series for a comic book superhero ever.

This book is not a comprehensive collection of superman comics through the ages. More specifically, below is a list of editions and current prices for different grades from comic price guide. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. The second is to see how much the item is selling for in auctions or online listings. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Only the second time superman appeared on a comic book cover. First superman comic book now up for auction on ebay cnet. Scientific explanation of supermans amazing strength. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series.