Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Since his debut, superman has been a cultural icon in the united states. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The inaugural issue of action comics marked the first appearance of superman and helped. You can see where the latest superman movies, in particular, batman vs superman, drew its inspiration from. Bag contains the comic, memorial poster, obituary, commemorative stamps, trading card, and a black funeral armband. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Comic book lot death of superman funeral for a friend 3 and 4. The death of superman is a comic story arc during the 1990s in all four mainstream superman comics of the time, which chronicles superman s confrontation with the terrible monster doomsday, his battle with the monster, and finally his death at the hands of the strange beast. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. I am hoping to get it signed by dan jurgens at emerald city comic con this year and would like it sealedgraded, but.
The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. I have a stillsealed blackbag superman 75 the death of superman. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell it online because the buyer needs to assume youre overestimating its value. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Comic books dramatically read by the eligible monster team. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. The death of superman comic, old man loganwolverine comic lot, east of west comic lot. Craigslist search, craigslist is no longer supported.
What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of. If youve been collecting comic books since you were a kid, now is the time to. Values of death of superman, the free comic book price guide. Dc made a big media event out of superman s death and managed to flood the market. New listing 1993 superman dc 75 lot of 4 death poly bag 1st print newsstand 3rd print. Does anybody know if theres a process or procedure or other protocols for. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. Death of superman 1992 doomsday vs superman complete. They are all in fair, good, or near mint condition.
Returns are only accepted in cases of items not as pictured damaged, not because of buyers remorse. Ordway, grummett, hazlewood and the entire superteam books. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Comic book for sale classifieds in rockford, illinois. The death and return of superman omnibus includes the bestselling trade paperbacks the death of superman and the return of superman, as well as portions of world without a superman, plus 40 pages of bonus extras including promotional material and product spotlights. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. However, it didnt take long for the value to go crashing down after the return of superman. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. If i were you, id throw them in a long white and bring them down to a comic book shop and act like you want to get rid of them. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. Animation to right a wrong created by the underwhelming semispectacle of superman. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. First of all, theres hardly any shortage of supply of it. Death of superman was saturated, everyone has that book, i doubt it will collect too much value.
I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. The regular issue cost 75 cents, this being the early90s. Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. What is the value of an unopened superman issue the death. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. If you do not agree with my terms, please do not purchase. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. See our superman comic books article for more details. If condition is in question, please request more pictures.
Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics. Item is in mint condition and unopened item has been stored in a comic bag and an acid free comic storage box. Buying art is subjective, hence the final decision to purchase based on perceived value is at the sole discretion on the buyer. The death of superman set cgc comic book collectors chat. Find great deals on ebay for death of superman and superman 75. Superman 75 memorial set unopened dc comics 1992 death of. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc.
Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. The value of golden and silver age comics is so high because of their rarity. Julia was laid to rest next to her husband after her death in 1902. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. Black bagged superman 75 modern age comic books cgc. The death of superman, out today on bluray and dvd, is rather explicitly an attempt by warner bros. Superman eventually defeats doomsday at the cost of his own life. Please only purchase after you have read the entire description and have carefully examined the photos. 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. Dc comics, marvel comics and indie alike, nothing is free from our dramatic readings. The death of superman for right or wrong is a landmark moment in comic book history. How much is an unopened mint condition copy of the death.
I worked in appraisal years ago though, things change. Prime auction ends monday may 4 to wednesday may 6. As the highest selling comic of all time it caused a spectacular boom in sales during the 90s. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. I am not an expert so i will not attempt to graderate each comic. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books.
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