The town is the setting of many superboy comics where superboy defends smallville from various threats. Most notably among these is the first appearance of superman. All portions of the grand comics database, except where noted otherwise, are ed by the gcd and are licensed under a creative commons attributionsharealike 4. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. This includes but is not necessarily limited to our database schema and data distribution format.
The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Lex luthor sets out to restore his good name and hell need the kryptonite ring he use to possess to do it. For obvious reasons, the 1st printings of the early superman comics are very valuable, but are.
How to value vintage amazing spiderman comic books. 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. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. Make offer vintage comic books, superman, fantasticfour,avengers, captainamerica,hulk,super. With the success of the death of superman comic book storyline, warner bros. Browse the massive database of comic books, characters and creators on the league of comic geeks. The cover is homaged and parodied by future comic books. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1.
Cameos by metron of the new gods, lex luthor, and the joker. A perpetual collection of retro videogame comic books and strips with a series under 5 issues. This was the comic that changed the direction of comic books as we know it. The story followed events that first took place during the death of superman storyline, as well as the followup storyarc funeral for a friend. In 1990 ernst gerber published the photojournal guide to comic books. Facing the disturbing question of whether hes the genuine man of steel, superman is forced to contend with the deadly snares laid down for him by deathtrap. Make offer the reign of the supermen commemorative 1993 enamel pin superman dc comics vtg. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Superman 1939 1st series 345 march 1980 issue dc by. Discover the unique items that thesamanticscomics creates. Superman comics index 19381986 introduction ultimately we would like to be able to list for you the entire run of superman comics from 1938 through to 1986, an era of comics encompassing the golden age, through the silver age and up to the 1986 revamp. Peters in turn hired jonathan lemkin to write a new script.
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. We monitor the fire hose of online comic book sales across various marketplaces and report on the sales of cgc and cbcs graded books in our comics price guide. Amazing spiderman comic price guide sell comic books. Smallville is a fictional town in comic books published by dc comics. 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. When i got the opportunity to get it again i bought it at a fair price and got it in excellent condition and very fast. If you have a collection of old superman comics, send us details to get a free appraisal. 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.
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She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. Just a good innocent comic book story with an awesome combo of famous characters. Batman superman comic books 202016 superman wonder woman comic books 202016 earth 2. This reading order contains all the essential and recommended comic book issues for you to enjoy superman. 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. 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. Superman and icon, the most powerful heroes of their respective worlds, take on the interdimensional menace rift in an allout battle to save metropolis and dakota. Below are the most valuable comic books published since 1992. Reign of the supermen 78 coa signed dan jurgens cyborg breeding superman diecut. The better the condition, the more the book can be worth to collectors who want the ones in the best shape. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist.
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Oct 18, 2007 do anyone know how much is a 1981 superman comic book is worth. Batman in superman comic books ol supes has welcomed batman to his comic several times over the decades. See also list of years in comics events and publications january. Retro game comic books and strips with a series under 5. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age 1992date modern age top 60 most valuable comic books. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th issue of detective comics. Find out what superman comic books are worth here, or get yours appraised for free. To coordinate the storyline and sequence of event, from january 1991 to january 2002, triangle numbers or shield numbers appeared on the cover of each superman comic book. 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. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. During the heyday 1979 to 1981, it was not uncommon to find comic strips from such diversely owned superhero properties as spiderman, superman, and the. Copyright 2020 diamond international galleries, llc. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. The cover was loose from the rest of the book, but was. 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 most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Get the best deals on batman comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. Superman memorial issue, comics values monthly special 1992 overstreet comic book price guide. Society comic books 20152016 doomed comic books 20152016 superboy and teen titans comic books and related specials 20112014 supergirl comic books and related specials 20112015 justice league comic books and related specials 20112016. How much is the back from the dead 1993 superman comic book worth great cond. Dc superman in action comics 692 oct 1993 32 comic book. Ongoing titles featuring superman in a starring role action comics. Plus, superman attempts to save a shrunken and enslaved bottled city. Lot of 50 dc comic books superman batman justice league mr miracle copper bronze. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comics 1993. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. Michigan state university libraries special collections division reading room index to the comic art collection superman periodicals other than the u. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books.
Robert crumb launches the american adult comics magazine weirdo, which will run until 1993. 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. By the late 1980s, the plots of the superman books were often linked. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a friend by dc.
The photojournal guide to comic books lists this book as rare and only 36 copies are known to exist. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. Superheroes entered the world of comic books in 1938 with the release of action comics no. Then came this one in 1981 in pocketbook form, titled superman and spiderman, subtitled the heroes. Get the best deals on superman comic book collections when you shop the largest online selection at. It was published in superman, action comics, the adventures of superman, superman. 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. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow. The childhood hometown of superman, smallville was first named in superboy vol. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman.
Superman in the computer masters of metropolis 1982. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. Even with help from superboy, steel, supergirl, and the returning eradicator, does superman have a chance to win a battle against an enemy so powerful. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher.
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