Siegel and shuster introduce the world to superman. Theres a fair amount of debate about the beginning of the golden age of comics. An international coproduction between the united kingdom, switzerland, panama and the united states, the film stars an ensemble cast featuring marlon brando, gene hackman, christopher reeve, jeff east, margot kidder, glenn ford, phyllis thaxter. This first superman comics edition showed how kalel came to earth and how he came to have his powers. The man of steel fights crime with help from his friends at the daily planet. 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. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. On the back cover it is written this book collects action comics 1820, adventures of superman 496498, superman 7375, man of steel 1719 plus newstime thing. There are two ways to determine the value of a comic book.
Superman is a superhero published by dc comics since 1938. Price guides allow for quick reference of a comic books estimated. This website is dedicated to giving you information on superman in all forms of media. With christopher reeve, margot kidder, gene hackman, marlon brando. Milestone, paradox press, piranha press, tangent comics, vertigo, wildstorm. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time. The man of steel is the ultimate symbol of truth, justice. When last we left our heroes superman was mightily flying hulk up into the sky.
The first, and usually fastest, is to look it up in a price guide. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. See more ideas about superman comic, comic book covers and superman. Value of superhero comic books super hero comics values. The incredible hulks first comic was listed for 12 cents when it hit stands in. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know about. The top superman comic books for collectorsinvestors. Some peg it to 1933, when the format of newsstand comic books was codified, but others place the moment in june of 1938, when superman made his debut in jerry siegel and joe shusters first issue of action comics, whose cover featured the redcaped superhero from the planet krypton lifting.
Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online selection at. Though he was apparently killed shortly after the darkseid war, his essence merged with the new earth superman in rebirth, creating a new, merged timeline for superman. This rare comic book price guide presents the latest value of rare comics based on the average valuation of the most reputable comic book price catalogs in. The price of the death of superman comic book will vary depending on the condition. What is the value of superman issue 500 back from the dead.
Online auction cements it as the worlds most expensive comic book. Superman, american comic book character created for dc comics by writer jerry siegel and artist joe shuster. Dec 31, 2017 here is the continuation of part 3 of superman vs hulk. Make offer huge lot of 23 silver age superman comics dc keys 10 12 cent rare cheap htf. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist.
Now there is something really wrong with this book. The second is to see how much the item is selling for in auctions or online listings. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist. Superman sparked the creation of an entire industry based around the exploits of masked avengers and caped vigilantes, and he remains one of the worlds most recognizable pop culture icons. But on the fourth page it is written this book collects action comics 683684, adventures of superman 496497, jla 69, superman 7375. Tifton 45rpm the album features 12 songs about superman and his cast of characters. Muscles for sale, script by jerry siegel, art by john sikela as joe shuster. An alien named kalel from the destroyed planet krypton. His supporting cast and his villains have had a lengthy publication history, making him one of the three most important characters at dc comics including batman and wonder woman. This website is devoted to dc comics superman, the first and best comic book superhero, who was created by jerry siegel and joe shuster. After jorel discovered that the planet was doomed to. The movie is a 1978 superhero film directed by richard donner, based on the dc comics character of the same name. Superman at the worlds fair ad for new york worlds fair comics, 1939 edition. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet.
The value of a 12 cent comic book in todays dollars. Jun 12, 2011 hulk and superman are in the desert and the fight begins. As with any collectible, the true value is in what the buyer is willing to pay. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. 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. I hear all the time, superman would just fly hulk into space.
The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows. Published just a few months after crisis on infinite earths, john byrnes the man of steel updated the saga of superman for modern audiences, changing certain aspects of the character in the process. Superman homepage everything you ever wanted to know. 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. The movie is a 1978 superhero film directed by richard donner and based on the dc comics character of the same name. 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. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. How much is the back from the dead 1993 superman comic book worth great cond. This comics is famous for featuring clark kent outrunning a speeding train. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever. Superman comics values and price guide heritage auctions. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any.
Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Superman is the last son of krypton, sent as the dying planets last hope to earth, where he grew to become its protector. 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. Only the second time superman appeared on a comic book cover. Theres two each for superman, lois, jimmy, superboy, krypto, and mr. Back cover features the first pinup of superman with is also the 1st ever pinup page to appear in a comic book. Click on the news category headings below for a full list of news items available under that category. Hobbizine comic book value guides list prices in all conditions from good to mint. Cover may have missing pieces, creases, folds, and discoloration. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books. With george reeves, noel neill, john hamilton, bill kennedy.
Make offer 63 dc superman comic book collection bundle lot 1990s pal jimmy olsen vintage marveldc comic book lot 21 books jla tower babel. Scientific explanation of supermans amazing strength. While not every ebay sale is comicrelated, it should give you a general idea that im okay. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. This is a work in progress and there is more battle scenes to come, this is just the first part. As an adult, superman became the protector of earth, working at the daily planet as clark kent alongside his partner and wife lois lane. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet krypton and was given. Childrens treasury of superman musical stories 1966 label. An alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to earth, where he grows up to become his adoptive homes first and greatest superhero. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. 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. Someone out there just leapt all comic book purchase price records in a single bound. If youve been collecting comic books since you were a kid, now is the time to list. Golden, silver and bronze age comic books dc superman.
Other superman rare comic books are listed lower down this page. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint condition in a box along with batman 1 22 all in mint condition and he ran from the government for tax reasons, got very ill and passed away, and they are. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on the following grading criteria. Rare comic books price guide, valuable, expensive, world. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics.
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