Its the first comic to have superman, but its an anthology comic. Action comics is the comic book series that started it all. This book has at least 16 printings as of september 2008. Death of superman memorial set, still sealed comic 1992. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic.
The death of superman is a 1992 comic book storyline that occurred mostly in dc comics superman titles. 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. Values of death of superman, the free comic book price. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade.
Non comic fans just bought the book for an investment that didnt happen. The death of superman set cgc comic book collectors chat. Another local store sold its entire supply of copies before noon. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. See our superman comic books article for more details. The massive 11issue crossover among four different. Batman dc comics superman comic book hero action figures, dc comics superman hats for men, dc superman golden age comics. The open set has brown staining on the poster, obituary, and comic. Search our archive of more than 10 million auction results. Frankly, i view that particular marketing event as being the greatest catastrophe to strike the world of. The death of superman by dan jurgens, jerry ordway, louise. Frankly, i view that particular marketing event as being the greatest catastrophe to strike the world of comics since the kefauver senate hearings of 1955. Buy from many sellers and get your cards all in one shipment.
Free comic book value and price resources comic book secrets jan 19, 2008 it walks you through finding comic book values and prices and helps you decide the best method for your situation. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell it online because the buyer needs to assume youre overestimating its value. Same thing when dc killed batman or marvel killed captain america. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on. As far as the story, this is where comic books all ended for me, superman was killed. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. 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. Comic books dramatically read by the eligible monster team. Most of the early issues didnt have superman on the cover, so this comic isnt worth as much as others.
But it soon becomes apparent that only superman can stand against the monstrosity that has been nicknamed doomsday. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. Values of death of superman, the free comic book price guide. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Complete set 1992 doomsday death of superman dc comics cards in mint condition complete set 1992 doomsday death of superman dc comics cards in mint condition. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics killed their greatest hero is collected here. Most copies are worth much less, but the good news is, if you have one of these truly rare comic books, then youre certainly sitting on a prized asset that any comic book collector would be envious of. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc. Dc published the story in three collected volumes from 1992 to 1993. Please take a look at all the photos especially the last one to see what is in the open set. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. Dc comics, marvel comics and indie alike, nothing is free from our dramatic readings.
Search comic price guide browse by publisher new comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant, causing mint condition copies to be. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. Death of superman 1992 doomsday vs superman complete. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. With the help of the mysterious, timetraveling waverider, superman at last discovers the shocking truth of his greatest enemys origin. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics.
The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. The death of superman mid ohio con 1992 john byrne roger price roger stern jim shooter don thompson. 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 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. The death of superman dc, 1993 series newsstand first printing the death of superman dc, 1993 series fifth printing the death of superman dc, 1993 series newsstand second printing second printing was printed in canada. At the end of last weeks column, i promised you that i would discuss this week the impact that the 1992 death of superman promotion had on the world of comics. 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. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. Tales from the database mile high comics, chuck rozanski.
Shop comcs extensive selection of 1992 skybox doomsday. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. Get the best deal for death of superman from the largest online selection at. Superman travels to the nightmare world of apokolips for a confrontation with doomsday, the creature who cost the man of steel his life. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Lori horne of boston grabs several copies of the death of superman comic book from the shelves of comicopia in boston during the first hours of sales wednesday, nov. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993.
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