Superman: The Man of Steel ##19
DC Comics • Superman: The Man of Steel Vol. 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
Jon Bogdanove
Cover Artist
Jon Bogdanove and Dennis Janke
Publication Date
January 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market with UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Death of Superman' storyline (Part 5). Features the escalating battle between Superman and Doomsday as the monster makes its way toward Metropolis.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker residue or sticker on top right corner; slight edge wear on the left spine; minor corner blunting; reflective polybag makes assessment difficult but cover appears flat with high gloss; possible small color break at bottom left spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.8): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5-10 at local comic shops; high-grade 9.8 slabbed copies fluctuate based on secondary market interest in Doomsday keys.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book. It is a high-volume print issue that is widely available in NM condition.
Notable Features
Early Doomsday appearance; iconic Doomsday! title banner; part of the historic 1993 crossover event.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s comic stock. Direct edition indicated by the UPC barcode on the bottom left which is typical for the era. No signs of counterfeiting as this was a mass-market production.