Superman: The Man of Steel ##23
DC Comics • Superman: The Man of Steel Vol. 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
Jon Bogdanove
Cover Artist
Jon Bogdanove
Publication Date
July 1993
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' story arc following the 'Death of Superman.' This issue features a battle between Steel (John Henry Irons) and the Metropolis Kid (Superboy).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Significant horizontal color-breaking scratch/scuff across the lower right area of the front cover near the leg of Steel. Minor rounding on corners and light spine stress visible through the bag. Overall gloss appears good.
Estimated Market Value
$3.00 - $8.00 (Raw); $35.00 - $55.00 (Graded CGC 9.8)
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies typically sell for $1.00 to $5.00 in bulk bins or low-tier listings. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $45.00 due to the high print run of the early 90s.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental value is high. The cost of grading (approx $30-$40) exceeds the market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. The visible surface Damage/Scuff on the front cover makes a high grade unlikely.
Notable Features
Reign of the Supermen! storyline; features Steel and Superboy; issue 17 in the 1993 triangle numbering system.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper-age comic with standard 1993 DC gloss cover and newsprint interior. Staple placement and 'Year 1993' triangle logo are consistent with original publication.