The ellsworth mountains mentioned on page 2 panel 3 is a. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Superman 75 the death of superman, volume 2 comic january 1, 1993. Please note there is some wear on the outer edge of comic book from normal reading. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic. 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. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. With the success of his adventures, superman helped to create the superhero genre and establish its primacy within the american comic book. Superman eventually defeats doomsday at the cost of his own life. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. Every comic book has a area on the first page all the way at the bottom that lists information such as, issue number, print date, publisher etc. Superman collectors set 1993 dc comics for sale online ebay. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics.
How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Clark kent is discovered missing in the wake of superman s tragic battle with doomsday while, in the man of steels absence, supergirl moves to take up his position as guardian of metropolis. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. As a consequence of introducing this series alongside its already existing titles, dc comics was able to publish a new superman comic each week. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. 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. Written by dan jurgens, karl kesel, louise simonson, roger stern. Excellent, likenew condition no tears, creases, or marks. Superman world without a superman tpb 1993 dc comic books. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters.
Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. 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 1993 comic read the death of. Since his debut, superman has been a cultural icon in the united states. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Z are still lost and suffering from amnesia on the mysterious dinosaur island. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. For accuracy almost every entry is based upon actually looking in the issue, and not memory or another source. Below are the most valuable comic books published since 1992. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic reign of the. Death of superman reading order complete trilogy comic book.
Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. This is a vintage 1993 dc universe jla death of superman poster. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. Created by american writer jerry siegel and canadianborn american artist joe shuster in 1932 while both were living in cleveland, ohio, and sold to detective comics, inc. Included in these 6 issues were two special issues. While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr.
It doesnt matter if its a superman comic book, comic spiderman, x men comic or old title that nobody has heard of it can hold value, first you need to find out what type it is and age. The first edition of scott mcclouds book understanding comics is published by tundra publishing. Every comic book issue in the death of superman and return of superman story. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. Jul 04, 2019 i worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman. Get the best deals on death of superman when you shop the largest online selection at. It also won the 1994 eisner award for best comics related book.
New listing the death of superman 1993, dc trade paperback tpb. Boy meets girl excellent likenew condition this item is shipped usps mail. Comics of 1993 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. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Swan street or avenue on page 19 panel 4 is a homage to curt swan.
Doomsday, superman, ice and blue beetle cameo flashback appearances. Death of superman comic book lot 22 steel action comics adventures of. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Unfollow death of superman comic 1993 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Superman characters superman comic books dc comic books comic book covers comic book characters comic character comic art real superman superman stuff 27 comic books that came out 20 years ago 1993 was the biggestever year for sales in the comics industry. The adventures of superman comic book dc comics no. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. Superman the return of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition.
The book went on to win 1994 harvey awards for best writer. Created by dwayne mcduffie and denys cowan, hardware is the first character and book published by. The regular issue cost 75 cents, this being the early90s. The death of the superman was a multipart storyline published in alternating superman titles from decemberjanuary of 1992 1993, and one issue of justice league america in december, 1992. Values of death of superman, the free comic book values. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are pre. Every comic book has a area on the first page all the way at the bottom that. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty. And just about every single major dcu superhero is shown in this one poster. The characters appearance is distinctive and iconic.
The return of superman 1993 comic online free and high quality. Other than the folds distributed with folds in excellent condition. Shipping is more outside the states, foreign bidders should ask. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. The series began in late 1992 and continued for a full year until late 1993. Unfollow superman 1993 the death of superman to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The death of superman is a comic book storyline culminating in superman vol.
Additionally, the first installments of reign of the supermen. Superman comic issue 80, reign of super man 1993, vintage superman comic book,things are booming in coast city, vintage comic books, superman spiritwoodsgiftbox 5. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published may 2011 by dc. Superman is a fictional character, a comic book superhero appearing in publications by dc comics, widely considered to be an american cultural icon. 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. This poster is 2 sided, and it features a scene from the death of superman or funeral for a friend storyline that ran through superman comic books such as action comics, the adventures of superman, etc.