The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. Below are the most valuable comic books published since 1992. More often than not, if you are lucky enough to find a rare vintage dc superman comic book its often in very rough shape like the one pictured here. This was due to sales success, and a great promotion for the character. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. The goodfornothing 21 october 1993 the three musketeers 12. It turns out, superman is really from earth, not krypton. The cover was loose from the rest of the book, but was. Get the best deals on tarzan comic book collections when you shop the. The reign of the superman january 1933 is a short story written by jerry siegel and.
Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. July 29, 2012 on ebay want to read more about superman comic book values. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters.
Superman is a fictional comic book superhero appearing in publications by dc comics, created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in 1932 superman vol. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic superman back for. Jimmy shows a new intern around the city of metropolis, while superman fights a gun nut. This also introduced an innovation in the industry having an entire comic book devoted to a single character. Secret identity, a teenage boy named clark kent in the real world, where superman is nothing more than a comic book character, somehow develops superhuman powers like those of his namesake. The superman character was created by jerry siegel and joe shuster in 1933 before being sold to detective comics, inc. Created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn artist joe shuster in 1932 while both were growing up in cleveland, ohio, and sold to detective comics inc. Swan street or avenue on page 19 panel 4 is a homage to curt swan.
Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. This highly desirable superman run is a representation of one of the most sought after collectibles in the comic book market. Superman came at number 2 in vh1s top pop culture icons 2004. Superman turns out to be a surprisingly infectious entertainment, nicely balanced between warmth and wit, intimacy and impressive special effects, comic strip fantasy and several elements that make the movie eminently eligible for deep thinking about rescue fantasies, cherubic messiahs and other pieces of popcorn metaphysics. Superman s pals pal, script by chris duffy, pencils by neil vokes, inks by terry austin. Precrisis superman comic books 19381986 postcrisis comic books 19862011 postcrisis superman comics, specials, miniseries and graphic novels 19862011. Superman turns out to be a surprisingly infectious entertainment, nicely balanced between warmth and wit, intimacy and impressive special effects, comicstrip fantasy and several elements that make the movie eminently eligible for deep thinking about rescue fantasies, cherubic messiahs and other pieces of popcorn metaphysics. Get the best deals on superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. 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.
In 1933, siegel read a 48page blackandwhite comic book titled dan dunn. List of actors that have played superman want to know it. Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks. However, he was resurrected in 1993 and married lois in 1996. Kirk alyn played the super hero in both these productions. Until the advent of superman as a villain in 1932 and later released in 1938 as a hero, by writer jerry siegel and artist joe shuster, most comic book serials were pulp fiction. Supermans pals pal, script by chris duffy, pencils by neil vokes, inks by terry austin. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us. Doomsday is here dc comics comic january 1, 1993 by jon bogdanove artist, louise simonson author 5. From his blue uniform to his flowing red cape to the s shield on his chest, superman is one of the most.
This epic is part of the death of superman storyline and is the best of the 3 gns. Created by dwayne mcduffie and denys cowan, hardware is the first character and book published by. Comic books in 1938 were definitely of a different size than they are today. Unfollow superman 1993 the death of superman to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Unfollow death of superman comic 1993 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The origin of superman is the story that relates supermans arrival on earth and the beginnings of his career as a superhero. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. The evolution of the comic bookstrip type on screen. The first edition of scott mcclouds book understanding comics is published by tundra publishing. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic superman back. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle.
For accuracy almost every entry is based upon actually looking in the issue, and not memory or another source. Superman is an ongoing comic book series featuring the dc comics hero of the same name. 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. But the main problem is action comics 1 from 1938, for superman did not get his own title until 1939, has been reprinted many times in different formats, hence those seriously vary by size as well. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book.
The new adventures of superman 12 september 1993 14 june 1997 all new dennis the menace 18 september 1993 11. The new adventures of superman 12 september 1993 14 june 1997 all new dennis the menace 18 september 1993 11 december 1993 tales from the cryptkeeper 18 september 1993 2 december 1999 model by day 11 october 1993 for better or for worse. After a brief career as a mysterious, noncostumed superboy, clark dons the fictional characters colors and continues to work in secret. Initially created in 1932 for science fiction, a fanzine the two published, superman. This comic book is also the first featuring a superhero, and is considered to be the most valuable comic in the world. Adventures of superman 1993 reign of the supermen superboygirl newsstand k. The man of steel comic books featured stores intertwined with those in these other titles. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. The story has been through many revisions through decades of publication in comic books and radio, television and film adaptations the original story was written by jerry siegel and illustrated by joe shuster, and published as a part of the characters first appearance. Superman is a fictional character, a comic book superhero widely considered to. The evolution of the comic bookstrip type on screen took me about 10 days to compile this list. Various voice actors have played the role of superman in animated series.
Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book in the world. 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. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comic january 1, 1993 by brett breeding artist, dan jurgens author. The reign of the supermen is one of many storylines or works to have. How to determine the value of a comic book december 25, 2014. It is a youngadult version of the death of superman comics storyline from 1992.
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. 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. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. 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 reign of the supermen is one of many storylines or works to have received a comics buyers guide fan award, winning the favorite comic book story category in 1993. The ellsworth mountains mentioned on page 2 panel 3 is a. Every comic book has a area on the first page all the way at the bottom that. Superman is a fictional character and one of the most famous and popular comic book superheroes of all time. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a.
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. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comic january 1, 1993 by brett breeding artist, dan jurgens author visit amazons dan jurgens page. The character superman began as one of several anthology features in the national periodical publications comic book action comics in june cover for superman a bronze age favorite of mine. The character superman and his various comic series have received various awards over the years. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Online auction cements it as the worlds most expensive comic book. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Superman 1950 were the first television series made starring the comic book character superman. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. 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.
It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. Doomsday, superman, ice and blue beetle cameo flashback appearances. Accidentally destroyed this comic when i was a kid it belong to my brother. What is the value of the comic book the adventures of.