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. In 1990 ernst gerber published the photojournal guide to comic books. Putting together a full set can get very expensive as even moderately conditioned cards can sell for a fair bit. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Plus, superman attempts to save a shrunken and enslaved bottled city. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. What you see on the site now is less than 10% of what i have available. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher.
He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Almost any early superman comic book has value if its in reasonable condition. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics.
Action comics april cover art by nick cardy dc comics superman comic, superman stuff. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. Find best value and selection for your adventures of superman. The better the condition, the more the book can be worth to collectors who want. The set has a total of 72 cards, the final 24 of which are believed to be short printed. I think, my personal value system has been directly influenced by the man of steel. Many were released on cardboard or vinyl records with accompanying readalong books.
Often whimsical, there are plenty of cameos from the big guy himself. 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. Feb 05, 2016 because it has never been done before. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Lp record and comic book, a membership card, a pin, and a secret code, all packed in a box. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc president paul levitz to beg him to cancel the idea. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Things got weird when jimmy entered kirbys fourth world storyline. This comic book is also the first featuring a superhero, and is considered to be the most valuable comic in the world.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr. Its mongul and the cyborg superman against superman, superboy, supergirl, steel, the eradicator, and hal jordan in what remains of coast city. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. The most valuable superman comic book ever is for sale on ebay. First superman comic book now up for auction on ebay. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. Aug 15, 2014 first superman comic book now up for auction on ebay. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book.
It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Comic books are popular collectibles that hold the potential to become valuable over time. Another interest in this thesis is comic book fandom, as feedback from. American dream and changing values within the united states. First self titled series for a comic book superhero ever. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. Superman comics, superman toys, superman memorabilia for sale.
Can the blind psychic i ching see the worth in the man of steel. Jerry siegel and joe shuster met in 1932 while in high school in cleveland. To write a story and not just a one issue fake out, or an imaginary tale where superman actual. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. The story begins with supermans birth on the doomed planet krypton and follows him on his arrival to earth, his childhood in kansas and his career as reporter for the daily planet. The story of superman s life the origin of superman. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Superman is an iconic super hero, and his comic books are some of the most valuable you can find on the collectors market.
The first comic book devoted to superman, reprinting the original action comics story, was published in the summer of 1939. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Why is the death of superman such an important comic. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. In the millennium edition reprint, this untitled story is given the title of superman champion of the oppressed. A new, updated version of the popular comic book hero superman. Superman and jimmy olsen travel to kandor to discover how normal sized kandorians are on earth and why they are attacking superman. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty.
The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a. Gaines script jerry siegel pencils joe shuster, fred guardineer inks joe shuster, fred guardineer letters joe shuster, joe shuster. 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. Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Some collectors hope to predict the future value of new comics. The first set of superman trading cards, this set focuses on the early comic styles. Old superman comic books value the 5 most expensive comic books ever sold may 7, 2019 if youre planning on putting yourself through college based on the strength of your comic book collection, youve got a little rethinking to do. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here.
This is a publishers proof of two pages from the photojournal guide to comic books, 1990, signed and numbered lower right from a limited edition. Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. In 2006, fans of the iconic comicbook hero superman were shocked to discover that in. After superboy, jimmy olsen was the next superman supporting character to be given his own comic. The story begins with superman s birth on the doomed planet krypton and follows him on his arrival to earth, his childhood in kansas and his career as reporter for the daily planet. First superman comic book now up for auction on ebay cnet.
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