Superman ##423
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 1
Writer
Alan Moore
Interior Artist
Curt Swan and George Pérez
Cover Artist
Curt Swan and George Pérez
Publication Date
September 1986
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the legendary 'Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?' storyline. This is the final issue of the original volume of Superman before the John Byrne Crisis on Infinite Earths reboot. It features a retrospective look at Superman's life as seen through the eyes of Lois Lane in the future.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks on the left edge, slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor surface wear. The cover retains good gloss and color vibrancy with no major tears or stains visible through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25 - $45; Graded (9.8): $150 - $200
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $30 and $55 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies routinely sell for approximately $175.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it can achieve a 9.6 or higher. A professional clean and press might help, but the visible spine ticks suggest a mid-to-high grade (8.0-9.0 range), making grading costs nearly equal to the market value increase.
Notable Features
Key issue; part 1 of Alan Moore's legendary final Superman story; newsstand edition with UPC barcode; 'Historic Last Issue' branding on cover.
Authentication Notes
Authentic; correct trade dress for 1986 Newsstand editions, correct paper stock aging (white to off-white), and standard DC 'bullet' logo placement.