Superman: The Man of Steel ##17
DC Comics • Superman: The Man of Steel Vol. 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
Jon Bogdanove & Bob McLeod
Cover Artist
Jon Bogdanove & Dennis Janke
Publication Date
November 1992
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman battles the Underworlders. The issue is historically significant as part of the 'Death of Superman' prologue. It features a cameo appearance of Doomsday (his hand hitting a metal door) on the final page, marking the second full cameo appearance of the character following the cameo in Superman #73.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
The book is professionally graded as a 9.8 with White Pages. No visible spine stress, corner blunting, or surface defects through the slab. Registration and ink density are sharp.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $25; Graded (9.8): $125 - $175
Recent Sales
Recent 9.8 graded copies have sold in the range of $130 to $165. Raw copies generally fetch between $5 and $15 depending on condition; however, this specific copy holds a premium due to the 9.8 slab status.
Grading Recommendation
Already graded 9.8 by CGC. No further grading necessary. This is the highest common grade for this issue and represents the peak market value for this specific book.
Notable Features
Second cameo appearance of Doomsday. Part of the 'Doomsday Is Coming!' teaser sequence (Triangle #1992-41). Features the 'Doomsday Is Coming!' stamp on the front cover. Direct Edition with 'Doomday' logo in UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Slabbed and authenticated by CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) with a Universal Grade blue label. Serial number 4688318007 confirms its authenticity in the CGC database.