Non comic fans just bought the book for an investment that didnt happen. There is then a bittersweet ending with supergirl and krypto carrying on in superman s name. More specifically, below is a list of editions and current prices for different grades from comic price guide. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman. Find great deals on ebay for death of superman comic and death of superman comic cgc. Mar 02, 2019 we have to each pick 10 comics from dts collection of cgc graded marvel silver age comic books. Most of the early issues didnt have superman on the cover, so this comic isnt worth as much as others. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. One comic book store that usually ordered 50 superman comics per issue sold 2200 of this comic that year. We believe nfl superpro to be one of the greatest comic books ever written. The regular issue cost 75 cents, this being the early90s. Overviewpart 1 of 4 begins, continuing throughout all the superman books this month. The death of superman is a comic book storyline culminating in superman vol.
Additionally, the prices above reflect walking dead comic books that were already graded and authenticated by cgc which is not a free service. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Apple iphone 55s case optimvsprine optimvsprine vs new 52 superman battles comic vine full wrap iphone case wireless zhihanslive give your iphone 55s a new style protect your iphone with very beautiful wrap. And they did this every day for the better part of a month. The number 1 free online comic book community featuring a comic book price guide database, friends, lists, blogs, and more. Action comics 1 this is the book that started it all. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. In a day, dc comics had sold 3 million copies of superman no. Values of death of superman, the free comic book price guide.
In the story, superman engages in battle with a seemingly unstoppable killing machine named doomsday in the streets of metropolis. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. How much are the original death of superman comic books worth. People lined up for blocks outside of stores and waited for hours just to get a copy. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to the largest, most complete comic book price guide with well over 1,000,000 comics in our database. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in. As everyone knows, superman is basically a boy scout and has a strict set of morals. How much are the original death of superman comic books. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors.
The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Use these values as a guideline for evaluating the reasonableness of dealer prices, setting up trades with other collectors, and estimating the worth of your collection. In the days before the anniversary of supermans death, ty duffy, the daily. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. This special day was declared just 2 days before the release summers most eagerly anticipated film at that time man of steel. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection. This was one of if not the first book length story in a dc comic. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a.
Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. 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. Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. On the first episode of comic book hunter i am on the hunt for the death of superman.
The death of superman is a 1992 comic book storyline that occurred in dc comics superman titles. If condition is in question, please request more pictures. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. 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. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Lana lang answers a call for help from the slums of. Few other comic book stories inspired other comics dealing with the aftermath. Action comics is the comic book series that started it all. Comic books writer and novelist peter david summed up why this was the case in an installment of his. This is a highly desirable early spiderman comic book that seldom turns up clean, thanks to the lighter color cover. Unfollow death of superman comic to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
I bought this book because i heard this was the best selling graphic novel of all time, and it do have historic value, because death of superman was a big deal. Most comic book lovers pledge allegiance to either dc comics featuring that famous alien from krypton and aquaman, among many othersor marvel comics, which gave us the webslinging spiderman, the new mutants and patriotic captain america. Editors were so worried that this would upset the continuity of superman comics, not to mention frequent readers, that they mentioned multiple times that this was an imaginary story that may or may not ever happen. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. With ebay, you dont have to choose sides, because we have plenty of any option. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any. Apple iphone 55s case optimvsprine optimvsprine vs new 52 superman battles comic vine full wrap iphone case wireless zhihanslive. The story begins with wesley dodds speaking with his pastor, norman mccay, as he is reading from the book of revelation in the bible.
Jul 18, 2014 johnny depp may be brought back for pirates says report. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. His popularity was flagging so they needed something to attract attention. Amazing spiderman comic price guide sell my comic books. The fact that people still talk about doomsday says something about its place in comic book history. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to. Who will have the most valuable comic book collection. They created the character doomsday simply to be able to have a character physically stron. I can only imagine how a kid in 1961 would have handled this comic book. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. How to value vintage amazing spiderman comic books.
Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. Same thing when dc killed batman or marvel killed captain america. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant, causing mint. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. Dodds has begun seeing visions related to that book and is trying to tell norman about them. 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. Find out the value of your comics by searching our archive. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Finally, if you are selling your comic book to a dealer, comic book store owner, or pawn shop youre likely to be offered around 50% of the values above. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. Also, the heritage auctions archives contain high quality images of comics, so the archives are also an outstanding resource for identifying your comic books. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc.
And remarkably chilling for a comic book at the time. Due to the nature of said podcast we tend to do bad comic books though real talk. Dc entertainment released a press release in 20, declaring june 12 man of steel day at comic book retailers and bookstores across the u. Death and return of superman dc database fandom dc wiki. After a month of spotlighting the strange if endearingly strange history of comic books and especially the silver age, i think it is worthwhile to show the comic books of the silver age that are simply great stories period, without any enjoyably goofy aspect to them. Dont count on it the john campea show john campea 1,691 watching live now. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published may 2011 by dc.
Values of death of superman, the comics price guide. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. 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. Buying art is subjective, hence the final decision to purchase based on perceived value is at the sole discretion on the buyer. Here is an archive of all the silver age comics features so far we begin with the first death of superman, from. He always holds back, never goes for a killing blow, and tries to find an alternative way to end the fight. We finally went on to do the death of superman and i forgot just how poor, the jla issue aside, the overall comic is. Wonderful, fantastic and all the other words you can think of for greatest day ever. 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 cost. Dc comics the death of superman graphic novel with death of superman comic book. How much is the original death of superman comic worth.
The crossover, which originated from editor mike carlin and writers dan jurgens, roger stern, louise simonson, jerry ordway, and karl kesel, began in december 1992 and lasted until october 1993. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. We will be happy to help you find out exactly what you have, or what to spend if youre trying to put a run of spiderman books together. The day superman died sermon by jeff strite, hebrews 2. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. Its the first comic to have superman, but its an anthology comic. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. It s very slim light case can protect your iphone from scrach and dust.
The vast majority of comics from the 1980s and later have little, if any, value today. 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. The real legacy of the death of superman, though, can be felt in comics like day of doom. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. Jul 28, 20 most people thought it was a gimmick to raise comic book sales. The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold. This led to nearly a years worth of subplots about whether he was actually dead or not. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics.