Adventures of Superman Annual #5
DC Comics • Adventures of Superman Annual (Vol. 1)
Writer
Karl Kesel
Interior Artist
Tom Grummett, Ed Hannigan, Andrew Pepoy
Cover Artist
Tom Grummett
Publication Date
1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Bloodlines' crossover event (Earthplague). Superman and Sparx battle the alien parasite Glonth. This issue highlights the New Blood hero Sparx (Kara Zor-El variant/reimagining influence).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible through the polybag (color breaking ticks), slight blunting of the upper-right corner, and minor surface scuffing on the polybag which may affect the cover beneath. The cover appears flat with vibrant colors under the plastic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $1.00 to $5.00 plus shipping. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies occasionally sell for $50.00, though volume is low for this specific annual.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or for personal sentimental value. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book in most conditions.
Notable Features
First appearance of Sparx (Donna Cavanagh). Part of the 1993 DC Annuals 'Bloodlines' event which introduced new 'New Blood' characters in every annual. Features a 'B' Bloodlines logo in the UPC box area.
Authentication Notes
Genuine 1993 DC publication. Glossy cover stock and standard newsprint interior typical of early 90s DC Annuals. Includes original polybag and Bloodlines trading card if unopened.