Superman 75 here lies earth greatest hero jan 1993. May 16, 2017 in this educational video we look at the most valuable rare comic books worth money. Superman is a fictional character, a comic book superhero appearing in publications by dc comics, widely considered to be an american cultural icon. I think you have the hang of what to do in your auctions now we can get to comic book values. The death of superman 1993 comic read the death of. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age 1992date. Almost any early superman comic book has value if its in reasonable condition. As a consequence of introducing this series alongside its already existing titles, dc comics was able to publish a new superman comic each week. Get all good price and hot deals of value of superman comic books here. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. It also won the 1994 eisner award for best comics related book. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. 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 first edition of scott mcclouds book understanding comics is published by tundra publishing. With each pricing update we compute and show here the 100 most valuable comic books. You can also connect with others in the comic industry to further and enhance everyones comic experience. Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. For obvious reasons, the 1st printings of the early superman comics are very valuable, but are. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to the largest, most complete comic book price guide with well over 1,000,000 comics in our database. With the popular krypto the superdog animated series running on cartoon network, dc comics published a 6issue tiein comic book by the same name, which ran from november 2006 to april 2007. The guide to comics from july, 1993 to december 2003. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist. With all you need about informations, prices of value of superman comic books, we always supply the cheapest cost, compare and the best service to you. As superman and doomsday pummel each other, hey strike each other with so much force that the shockwaves from their punches shatter windows.
Well also make a cash offer for your superman comic books, should you wish to sell. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr. 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. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are preowned. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic reign of the. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc.
May 10, 2018 the superman comics series would run for hundreds of issues, but only two or three ashcan copies of superman comics exist. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. 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.
The cover bears the famous if somewhat crude drawing of superman smashing a car against a rock. Im going to comic con this year if the virus is over by then. The better the condition, the more the book can be worth to collectors who want the ones in the best shape. This comic, like the other animated style books, is not part of the same continuity used in the other superman or jla comics. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. I worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out. The death of superman dc comic book 1993 first edition 505 oct 93 26 oct 93. Jul 04, 2019 i worked at a comic shop at the time that book came out.
Clearly, some of these items may not, and probably do not exist in that grade. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow. May 18, 2008 dc superman comic book back from the dead 1993 collector edition value. Youll need to provide the conditions of the comic books themselves or you can look to the overstreet comic book price guide to price. These expensive comics are classics that include superheroes such as superman, spiderman, and captain america.
Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic world without a superman. The vast majority of comics from the 1980s and later have little, if any, value today. Read the death of superman 1993 comic online free and high quality. 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. Unless otherwise noted in the description, our items are.
The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Until you earn points all your submissions need to be vetted by other comic vine. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Also, the heritage auctions archives contain high quality images of comics, so the archives are also an outstanding resource for identifying your comic books. We created this guide to help the many people who call us asking how much are my comic books worth. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. Refer to the overstreet comic book price guide for pricing and grading instructions. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
Up for bidding is a set of 16 superman doomsday dc comic books from 199293. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Death and return of superman part 1, justice leaguesociety, superman published feb 1993 by dc. Apr 12, 2020 the update ceased publication in late 1993. He was author of the 1995 wizard annual comic book price guide and also the 1996 wizard annual comic book price guide. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. Your old comic books have value in case you didnt know. Get free advice on what your spiderman book collection is worth. If there are 15,000 copies of the comic in perfect condition, it is going to be less desirable than one with only 100 known copies in mint condition. Apr 10, 2020 the supply of particular old comic books is important to figuring value as well. Search comic price guide browse by publisher new comics newest cover scans story arcs genres creators characters beta grading guide recent value changes report missing issues. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 dc 1st edition.
I recently did a ebay search and found that some comic books are going for hundreds to thousands of dollars. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. These were read through once and then put away in the original 10 x 14 packagepadded envelope they came within. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device. Death of superman superman dc comics comics april 14, 1993. 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. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. 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.
This was one of the most soughtafter books from rai, one of the most famous characters of the decade, and a strong contender for the ten most important comic books of the decade. What is the value of a 1993 the legacy of superman comic. Very fine the worlds most famous superhero succumbs to the injuries inflicted by doomsday. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age.
Set of 16 dc comic books supermandoomsdaysupergirl funeral. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. Find great deals on ebay for superman comic book october 1993. This is the price excluding shipping and handling fees a seller has provided at which the same item, or one that is nearly identical to it, is being offered for sale or has been offered for sale in the recent past. To get the most accurate value, you would need to know which of these you have, along with what condition the comic is in. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. Since ashcan comic books were handdrawn, unfinished versions of early comic books for legal purposes they were supposed to be thrown out in the ashcan. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. The book went on to win 1994 harvey awards for best writer. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any superhero, premiering with. Just as supply and demand work for any retail product, the less supply of a particular comic, the greater the demand. How much are my comic books worth welcome to, a quick and simple guide to help you grade and identify your old comic books.
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