Its a move that dc has explored before in both 1991 superman revealing his secret to lois lane and 2015 lois revealing superman s secret to the world via a newspaper article, but comic book. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs comic book universe. Dan jurgens was the penciller of the 1990 1991 limited series armageddon 2001 and co. May 20, 2006 with trhe exception of the death of superman nothing notable happened in the time period listed above. If this is a variant of an issue, please use the missing variant submission on the issue in question. How to determine the value of a comic book december 25, 2014. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Both combatants are shocked to find that superman is now unaffected by the airless, subzero void of deep space and more powerful than ever. The political influence of comics in america during wwii. Bill woolfolk originally credited as writer, but this story does not appear in his records. Well hindsight is 2020 and with that in mind, lets chart the ten most important comic books of the 1990s. Designed by chip kidd and boasting hundreds of examples of rare comic book art, interviews with writers and artists, working sketches and original character designs, superman. What made the death of superman promotion so much different than all the rest of the specious comics marketing schemes cooked up during the early 1990s was that it was aimed at the general public.
Supermans secret identity to be revealed to the world again. Superman reading order postcrisis comic book back issues. Comic books are popular collectibles that hold the potential to become valuable over time. Get the best deals on bronze age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a.
Superman lois and clark comics superman comics s comics. The script was written by bob goodman and directed by james tucker. Unfollow death of superman comic 1993 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a friend by dc. Superman gets help from batman, wonder woman, and several other super heros. Has superman stories through the years, so that you can see how superman changed, how comic art changed, how comic storytelling changed, etc. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Art by doug mahnke and jose marzan jr cover by mahnke and tom nguyen our worlds at war, part 17. How valuable are 19911994 superman comic books in very good.
Whether its comic book, movie or toon media, this is your fortress of solitude. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. Jun 29, 2006 gimmick covers and variants were all the rage, but we loved them and dont tell marvel we still do. Superman saves a girl named kara on a dying asteroid city called argo city, from attacks by aliens. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995.
Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. We were all going to be rich because the generic hot book of the week was going to be the next big thing. Superman, superhero, copper age 1984 1991, comics, collectibles. The story begins with supermans birth on the doomed planet krypton and follows him on his arrival to earth, his childhood in kansas and his career as reporter for the daily planet. Superman, also called the man of steel, is one of the most influential superheroes of dc comics, and superhero comics at large.
In a clever twist on superman s archetypal origins, kurt busiek sets his oneoff, noncanonical superman story in a world where superheroes only exist as fictional comic book characters. Copper age comics are those published between 1984 and 1991, and on the timeline of comic book history, are bracketed between bronze age comics published before 1984 and modern age comics published after 1991. With the arrival of the new 52 in 2011, dc comics put a close to over two decades worth of continuity. Four new series set in the world of the vertigo classic. Society comic books 20152016 doomed comic books 20152016. Z are still lost and suffering from amnesia on the mysterious dinosaur island. 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. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Written by louise simonson, with art by jon bogdanove and dennis janke. New superman issue reveals major turning point for dcs. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist.
Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. See our superman comic books article for more details. While metropolis in plunged into a blackout, superman and mr. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. 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. December 22nd, 20 welcome to our complete postcrisis superman reading order. The adaptation of the original 2008 comic book story superman. Buy products related to superman comic book products and see what customers say about superman comic book products on. Unfollow superman dc comics cards 1978 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The man of steel 1991 comic online free and high quality.
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. The complete history will satisfy the collector and captivate fans of all ages. Superman 2000, the best superman story you will never read. Your ip and username will be stored with the information. As a consequence of introducing this series alongside its already existing titles, dc comics was able to publish a new superman comic each week.
The number 1 free online comic book community featuring a comic book price guide database, friends, lists, blogs, and more. Eye to eye, script by scott mccloud, pencils by rick burchett, inks by terry austin. Superman, a fictional comic book character, has spanned several decades and become a defining superhero archetype. This comic, like the other animated style books, is not part of the same continuity used in the other superman or jla comics.
Adventures of superman 0 a, oct 1994 comic book by dc. Superfans of the man of steel, come discuss and read about the latest buzz and info on the superfamily members. 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 would wager most of the comics are not worth much.
Lobo tracks down superman and drags him away from earth, hoping to finish the job that doomsday started. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. But superman tracks the goons down, as jimmy gets the shot. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. Postflashpoint comic books 20112016 action comics and superman comic books, specials, annuals and graphic novels 20112016 superman unchained comic books 202015 batman superman comic books 202016 superman wonder woman comic books 202016 earth 2. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. The man of tomorrow debuts as a quarterly, allowing for a new superman comic to be published every week. Cover pencils by rick burchett, inks by terry austin. With jimmy getting into the thick of the action armed only with his camera, a pair of luthors goons steal a gravity amplifier from s. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price.
The photo below is for reference, its not the same one that sold. In this vlog, sagu history professor david onyon discusses how comic books were used as propaganda to target american children during world war ii. Within the industry, the beginning of copper age comics was marked by a large group of highprofile artists moving away from marvel and into privatelyowned. Superman lois and clark comics published by dc comics. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc president paul levitz to beg him to cancel the idea. Superman appears in the dc comics and dark horse comics miniseries superman vs. 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. 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. Superman 1978 a new, updated version of the popular comic book hero superman.
Get the best deals on silver age superman comics when you shop the largest online selection at. Geoff johns and gary frank bring the dc and watchmen universes together. Superman comic book values january 18, 2016 the holy grail of comicbook collectibles received a recordbreaking bid friday yet the seller would have been none too pleased if the offers had stopped climbing. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice, and hope. Unfollow vintage comic book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Superman deals with the aftermath of doomsdays release and the confrontation with imperiex, only to find himself at odds with his ally darkseid and darkseids own solution to ending the war. 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. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with coverdate june 1939. This is a list of comic books featuring superman and related characters. Kennedys assassination, cbr explores the ongoing saga behind a 1964 superman tribute story. The man of steel comic books featured stores intertwined with those in these other titles. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. Overstreet makes a comic book price guide you can pick up at any barnes and noble or borders book store.