The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 19921993. When viewed overall 1992 was a somewhat haphazard year for the superman titles. But it soon becomes apparent that only superman can stand against the monstrosity that has been. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. Comic books dramatically read by the eligible monster team. His battle and subsequent defeat at the hands of the monstrous doomsday featured prominently in another major event. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs bestselling superman comic ever.
The story followed events that first took place during the the death and return of superman storyline, and was followedup by the storyarc funeral for a friend a. Dec 30, 2017 it depends on the edition, condition, etc. If you would like to support this work then please visit my patreon page at. He and siegel were inducted into both the comic book industrys will eisner comic book hall of. Frankly, i view that particular marketing event as being the greatest catastrophe to strike the world of comics since the kefauver senate hearings of 1955. The new 52 superman, who debuted when dc comics did a company wide reboot of their comicbooks in 2011, has died. A creature with a singleminded purpose of death and destruction. 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. Levenement sest deroule sur tous les titres mettant en scene superman.
Superman the death of superman limited collectors set 1992. 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 biggest event comic in the history of the medium, and this is the highly desirable memorial edition. You missed an obvious clue as to supermans fate nov. He and siegel were inducted into both the comic book industrys will eisner comic book hall of fame in 1992 and the jack kirby hall of fame in 1993. One of the biggest events in the modern era of comic books was the death of superman from 1992. The death of superman was a 1992 stunt that turned out to be dcs. Superman engages in battle with a seemingly unstoppable killing machine named. The death of superman is a comic book storyline culminating in superman vol. The most valuable version is the platinum edition, that was given to dealers who sent back a survey to dc comics in 1992 1993. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. How much is the original death of superman comic worth. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. 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.
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. In his place is the superman that generations grew up with and that jurgens worked. I just ordered him this comic book for his birthday and he was shocked and impressed. Fans may not know superman died in order to do what everyone desires most. It was part of a series referencing the death of superman. Alex lovy, american animator and comics artist worked for national comics and dc comics, passes away at age 78. A maniacal beast has risen from the earth, a creature called doomsday. The death of superman in black plastic cover, unopened comics 1992.
The calm before the storm or aliens, vampires and demons oh my. Nov 14, 2017 the death of superman was a 1992 crossover between dc comics multiple superman titles in which superman tragically died saving metropolis from an inexplicable space monster called doomsday. Dc customs services and international tracking provided. Chris viveiros of boston holds his copy of the comic book in the background. It was my brothers favorite present for his birthday. This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early issues of batman comics, the series which began in 1940. The death and resurrection of superman, explained polygon. When a hulking monster emerges from an underground. 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. The story that drew national media attention when dc comics killed their greatest hero is collected here. As every comic book investor has seen, a good trailer brings a huge groundswell of response.
Manning, is the bestselling trade paperback of all time. But, considering that the issue from 1961 wasnt particularly wellremembered, or pertinent to the dc universe, the publisher might have thought no harm, no foul. The death of superman was a 1992 crossover between dc comics multiple superman titles in which superman tragically died saving metropolis from an inexplicable space monster called doomsday. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. 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.
But it soon becomes apparent that only superman can stand against the monstrosity that has been nicknamed doomsday. When the beast nears metropolis, superman answers the call to stop him. Most devoted comicbook readers arent surprised by this, since the publisher. Article a illustrer comic book article utilisant une infobox page utilisant une. The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman. The trailer featured a couple of nice shots of doomsday and the resulting demand. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. The justice league makes a valiant, but ultimately desperate, attempt to stop the unknown juggernaut. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. The death of superman was released in time for the 1992 christmas shopping season. Obviously, the trailer has made mass strides in this book gaining momentum. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics supermanrelated. Superman movie debuts, we will see this book revert back to its normal prices again.
The issue, since then becoming quite iconic, was actually an idea to postpone lois lane and clark kents. Apr 11, 2016 comic books dramatically read by the eligible monster team. See the article in its original context from august 3, 1992. He has landed on earth, laying waste to anythingand anyonewho dares stand in his way.
Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher. As previously mentioned, most regard supess first death as the one depicted in the 1966 story arc the school for superman assassins. Superman has fought many enemies, but his greatest foe will always be lex luthor. Ungraded books are worth less esp if youre trying to sell. Reprints of these collections were published in 2003, 1998, and 2004, respectively, while a recolored edition of the death of superman was released in 20. Never had comic books captured the media like they did sixteen years ago in 1992. Dc comics, marvel comics and indie alike, nothing is free from our dramatic readings. Values of death of superman, the free comic book values. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics. As far as the story, this is where comic books all ended for me, superman was killed. Another local store sold its entire supply of copies. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of. Trends, listings, and sales prices will be tracked from the perspective of both raw and the highest cgc graded books. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here.
Jul, 2016 the new 52 superman, who debuted when dc comics did a company wide reboot of their comic books in 2011, has died. The death of superman is a crossover story event featured in dc comics superman related publications. What is the value of superman issue 75 the death of superman. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. At the end of last weeks column, i promised you that i would discuss this week the impact that the 1992 death of superman promotion had on the world of comics. Jun 07, 2015 if you would like to support this work then please visit my patreon page at. Superman the death of superman limited collectors set. Publishers like dc would designate certain comic book issues as significant, causing mint condition copies to be sold for more money. The writer who helped kill superman is bringing him new life. His comic book career after superman was relatively unsuccessful, and by the mid1970s shuster had left the field completely due to partial blindness. 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. What is the value of a 1993 superman comic funeral for a. The death of superman was released in time for the 1992 christmas shopping season and, according to comics historian matthew k. The year began in grand style with an alien invasion epic called panic in the sky.
Death and return of superman dc database fandom dc wiki. 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. Unfollow death of superman comic to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. One of the greatest fictional icons in modern day america died, and the nation took notice.
Death of superman 1992 doomsday vs superman complete. His popularity helped establish comic books as a format and. The issue, since then becoming quite iconic, was actually an idea to postpone lois lane and clark kents wedding in reaction to a superman television series that was in the works that. Shipped on time, excellent quality, would order again. The massive 11issue crossover among four different series superman, superman.
The completed multiissue story arc was given the title the death and return of superman the storylines premise is as simple as its title. Yes, the iconic 1992 storyline the death of superman wasnt the first time that title was used. Superman the death of superman tpb 1993 1st edition 1st edition 1st printing. This is a stillsealed first print of superman 75, the death of superman. It was moderately valuable at one point, provided that it remained sealed in its black plastic bag and contained the mourning armband. For accuracy almost every entry is based upon actually looking in the issue, and not memory or another source. There are actually several comics labeled funeral for a friend. The writer who helped kill superman is bringing him new. How superman actually died and returned in dc comics. It wasnt a bad year, just up and down in terms of story and events. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of supermans appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939.
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