Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant, causing mint condition copies to be. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. The year 1992 saw the emergence of image comics onto the scene. Tdos actually had a lot to do with crashing the comic book collectors market because of awesome stories like yours above. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a friend by dc. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book.
Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. Sold by big robs books and ships from amazon fulfillment. Beginning an allnew monthly superman title, featuring part 1 of the 4part revenge of the krypton man. 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. You can see where the latest superman movies, in particular, batman vs superman, drew its inspiration from. January 12, 2017 more key comic books of 1992 the year 1992 saw the emergence of image comics onto the scene. Legends of the dark knight comic books, birds of prey comic books, blackhawk comic books 1944 series and brave and the bold comic books 1955 series you can also search 7 more ways.
He stood for something, and nothing in the universe could make him sell out those values. Find the value of the dc comic death of superman volume 1. Death of superman memorial set, still sealed comic 1992. Why is the death of superman such an important comic book. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books.
Each index contains the title, issue number, date and description for each comic book. The top selling comic books that begin with b are batman comic books, batman. 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. We were all going to be rich because the generic hot book of the week was going to be the next big thing. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Like other antiques or collectibles, value is determined by how much a collector is willing to pay for the item. This crossover event lasted about a year between 1992 1993 with about 40 comic issues. New publishers black eye productions, african prince productions, defiant comics, approbation. Subsequently, jon became senior price guide editor for wizard. Opinion the values of superman will live on the new.
Number of printed issues, where it can be verified, any facts that may. Warren was creator of the overstreet update and editor of it for 10 years 1982 1992. I liked the death of superman the most and then the return of superman after. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. A good riveting story especially as the tome of the book is preinternet so has a more of natural feel.
The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your first box. Well hindsight is 2020 and with that in mind, lets chart the ten most important comic books of the 1990s. Aug 26, 2011 how much are the original death of superman comic books worth. Some concluded image was exclusively direct edition, but as it turns out, under the mountain of direct edition copies they sold, there was also a small sliver of copies that were distributed on newsstands 1% by one insiders estimate. 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. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Just go to the top of the page and look in the right column. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic. Superman 1992 weekly reading order part 28, superman. The good news is that lex luthor, in trying to synthesize kryptonite, inadvertently neutralizes all kryptonites deadly radioactive properties. Subsequently, for some 20 years, ed owned his own commercial art firm in chicago, acquiring, trading, and selling world class collections of american photography, illustration art, and vintage comic books.
Superman was has been, and hopefully will continue to be, one of the cornerstones of the comic book industry. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. Dc comics, marvel comics and indie alike, nothing is free from our dramatic readings. The webslingers bloody ordeal with carnage is over. Dc published the story in three collected volumes from 1992 to 1993. Feb 05, 2016 because it has never been done before. 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. Superman is called in to stop a prison breakin while jimmy olsens troubles. May 31, 2011 depends on the popularity of it then and now and also the damand for them in the antique world. Rare superman comic found in a house wall goes up for. The bad news is that this results in the creation of a new menace that proves deadly to superman. Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. The guide to comics, where he was at the helm from 19932003.
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. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Call the local antique shops or take the book in and have a rep check it out because it also depends on the current condition of the comic book. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Adventures of superman 0 a, oct 1994 comic book by dc. Death of superman 1992 doomsday vs superman complete. Its supermans birthday and batman, robin and wonder woman head to the fortress of solitude to celebrate. The two seem to go together like two peas in a pod. They are all in fair, good, or near mint condition. Comic books dramatically read by the eligible monster team. This article needs additional citations for verification.
Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Ed brought his vast experience and expertise in collectibles to. Published april 14th 1993 by dc comics first published december 1992. What is your death of superman, the comic book worth. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. New comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs. Nj sales tax will apply if purchased in nj and any other states were applicable.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Jun 29, 2006 gimmick covers and variants were all the rage, but we loved them and dont tell marvel we still do. The copy that was polybagged with the bloody semblem. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Sep 01, 1993 there is a lot of foundational information in these long anthologies of comics that impact the superman mythos for decades. For a person who has never been overly fond of the superman comic s the novel the death and life of superman is a superb read. The release of this comic book garnered so much mainstream media attention. 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. I am not an expert so i will not attempt to graderate each comic.
How much is the original death of superman comic worth. The platinum edition is sometimes confused with other editions of lesser value. Action comics 1 dc, 2000 series february 2000 indexer notes. The battle heats up on the streets of metropolis and even the man of steel cant save some prime pieces of real estate from disappearing in the war. Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs comic book universe. Welcome to the iguide comic book price guide iguide is proud to host the online comic book price guide by jon r. There are four basic criteria that make vintage comic books. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black. January 1992 comic book sales to comics shops comichron.
Henry irons life was saved by superman, who told him to make it a life worth saving. Price guide search comic price guide browse by publisher. Spiderman, submariner, superboy, supergirl, superman, swamp thing, tales to. All data on comic book sales comes courtesy of sell my comic books. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. Age is perhaps the least accurate indicator of what makes a comic book desirable. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. Superman grew up in the heartland of america and represented the values of loyalty, patriotism and friendship.
Values of death of superman, the free comic book values. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Comics of 1992 to repeat the caveat i gave on the main 1990s page which has links to see other years within the decade, the list you are about to see involves no judgment or pricing data, but rather simply ranks the universe of d. The death of superman dc graphic novel comic book doomsday. Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks.
The death of superman comic book value 1992 11215w. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. It is signed by jerry ordway and is 1522 of 10,000. Now some comics that contain first appearances from a less know characters at the time, that were not pushed had by marvel or dc, can actually get more on auction if they are in mint co. Over a year ago, superman fought the urge to become the krypton man. Superman memorial issue, comics values monthly special 1992 overstreet comic book price guide. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are preowned. Some concluded image was exclusively direct edition, but as it turns out, under the mountain of direct edition copies they sold, there was also a small sliver of copies that were distributed on newsstands 1% by one. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. New comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition.
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