The Adventures of Superman ##452
DC Comics • The Adventures of Superman Vol. 1
Writer
Jerry Ordway
Interior Artist
Dan Jurgens & Dennis Janke
Cover Artist
Dan Jurgens
Publication Date
March 1989
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Brainiac takes over the body of Milton Fine and attacks Superman. This issue is part of the 'Exile' storyline prelude where Superman deals with the psychological aftermath of killing the Phantom Zone criminals.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks along the left edge, some blunting and wear on the bottom left and top left corners. Minor subscription-style vertical roll or warping visible under the plastic. Light edge wear on the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for bulk value or under $10. Recent CGC 9.8 sales have hovered around the $50 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The current market value of this specific issue does not justify the cost of grading fees and shipping unless the comic is in pristine 9.8 condition, which this copy is not due to visible spine and corner wear.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition identified by the UPC barcode in the bottom left. Features Brainiac (Milton Fine version).
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper age DC comic. Proper newsstand UPC barcode, 75 cent price point, and era-appropriate paper stock/inking techniques visible.