What is the value of an unopened superman issue the death of. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Other superman rare comic books are listed lower down this page. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics killed their greatest hero is collected here. Since his debut, superman has been a cultural icon in the united states. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. I am hoping to get it signed by dan jurgens at emerald city comic con this year and would like it sealedgraded, but. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. May 28, 2008 ah, the death of superman setman, i have all of them up to the black bag issue i have 9 copies of that and then funeral for a friend set and finally the white bag got 7 copies of that and the four new supermans launched from each of the four superman titlesthese all are pretty much worthless. Unfollow death of superman comic 1993 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
The doomsday showdown demonstrated the need to reignite interest in a superman. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of. This is a stillsealed first print of superman 75, the death of superman. 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. I have a stillsealed blackbag superman 75 the death of superman. But if you want a good story, the death of superman really is just a setup to the meatandpotatoes of the storyline. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published may 2011 by dc. But it soon becomes apparent that only superman can stand against the monstrosity that has been nicknamed doomsday. The death of superman by dan jurgens, jerry ordway, louise simonson, roger stern.
View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. The death of superman set comics general cgc comic book. How much are the original death of superman comic books. Dc made a big media event out of supermans death and managed to flood the market. The calm before the storm or aliens, vampires and demons oh my. They are all in fair, good, or near mint condition. After dc sent shockwaves throughout the comic book industry with the death of superman, the publisher had to admit six months later with this resurrection arc that supermans tragic end was basically a big publicity stunt. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. I would have to imagine that this comic presented an incredible challenge for ordway when he wrote it 199293. It is the last page of each book as an image doomsdays fist punches a wall over and over again and making more and more progress.
Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. However, it didnt take long for the value to go crashing down after the return of superman. The death of superman is a comic book storyline culminating in superman vol. Values of death of superman, the free comic book values. The reign of the supermen which introduced the postcrisis superboy, steel, the cyborg superman, and a mysterious superman with familiar ties to another. Beware, you are proposing to add brand new pages to the wiki along with your edits. When viewed overall 1992 was a somewhat haphazard year for the superman titles. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. There is just one page of each of these books in this book in the tpb.
The death of superman set cgc comic book collectors chat. Aug 26, 2011 i have 4 death of superman comic books my uncle gave me a long time ago. This edit will also create new pages on comic vine for. How much are the original death of superman comic books worth. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic.
Death of superman reading order comic book reading orders. Factory sealed dc limited collectors set, complete 7 part story of the death of superman dc comics limited collectors set, the complete 7part story of the. Black bagged superman 75 cgc comic book collectors chat boards. Disneys magic kingdom 3 comic books 1992 limited edition in original unopened sealed packaging numbered collection treat pedigree. When a hulking monster emerges from an underground resting place and begins a mindless rampage, the justice league is quickly called in to stop the colossal force of nature. Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of superman. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. Superman is a superhero created by jerry siegel and joe shuster who appears in american comic books published by dc comics. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition comic books. The value of golden and silver age comics is so high because of their rarity. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another.
Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. Aug 27, 2006 dc made a big media event out of superman s death and managed to flood the market. Favorite add to sealed vintage comic book set, jurassic park topps comics. Same thing when dc killed batman or marvel killed captain america. Superman eventually defeats doomsday at the cost of his own life. 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.
This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. He was killed because his character was getting boring and d. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. Superman 75 memorial set unopened dc comics 1992 death of. What is the value of an unopened superman issue the death. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell it online because the buyer needs to assume youre overestimating its value. Black bagged superman 75 cgc comic book collectors chat.
The death and return of superman is a sidescrolling beat em up video game released by sunsoft for the super nes and genesis in 1994. Non comic fans just bought the book for an investment that didnt happen. It wasnt a bad year, just up and down in terms of story and events. It is based on the death of superman comic book storyline by dc comics and features many characters from the comics, including superman himself, superboy, steel, cyborg superman, the eradicator, and doomsday. Does anybody know if theres a process or procedure or other protocols for. Disneys magic kingdom 3 comic books 1992 limited edition in original unopened sealed packaging numbered. How much is an unopened mint condition copy of the death. It is signed by jerry ordway and is 1522 of 10,000. I am not an expert so i will not attempt to graderate each comic. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. Thats where the real value is in comics entertainment first, last and always. The death and return of superman omnibus includes the bestselling trade paperbacks the death of superman and the return of superman, as well as portions of world without a superman, plus 40 pages of bonus extras including promotional material and product spotlights.
Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. 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. Browse issues from the comic book series, superman. Some great dan jurgens art and brutal for superman comics fight scenes. I use the gemini comic book shippers to ensure your comics get to you safe. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman. Most folks dont care if the comic been wrapped in saran wrap, a comic bag, or in a burrito. Jun 14, 20 i would have to imagine that this comic presented an incredible challenge for ordway when he wrote it 199293. How much is an unopened mint condition copy of the death of. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. All of the five supermen are playable characters at. Unfollow death of superman comic to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The memorial set that comes in a black bag with bleeding superman logo and contains a slategray memorial marker variant cover comic, a fullcolor memorial poster, fullcolor commemorative stamps, the daily planet obituary, a black mourning armband and an exclusive skybox trading card.
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