Superman ##2
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 3 (The New 52)
Writer
George Pérez
Interior Artist
Jesus Merino
Cover Artist
George Pérez
Publication Date
December 2011
Cover Variant
Regular (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In 'Flying Blind,' Superman battles a strange, invisible alien entity that has manifested in Metropolis. Meanwhile, Clark Kent deals with the changing landscape of the Daily Planet under the new ownership of Galaxy Communications and P.J. McPhee.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. The top-left corner shows slight blunting. There is a small visible tick near the bottom staple area. Overall surfaces appear clean with good gloss retention through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $5; Graded (9.8): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies typically sell for cover price or slightly above ($2.99 - $5.00). CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the range of $35 to $48 consistently over the last year.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$35) exceeds the current market value for a mid-to-high grade copy of this issue. Professional pressing might improve it to a 9.2 or 9.4, but it is not a high-value key issue.
Notable Features
Early issue of the New 52 relaunch; features the 'Unseen! Unknown! Unbeatable!' tagline; Direct Edition with UPC barcode; features the redesigned New 52 Kryptonian armor suit.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC Comics product. Modern gloss cover stock with standard 'The New 52' branding. Print registration is sharp, and the barcode indicates a Direct Sales distribution.