Superman: Secret Origin ##2
DC Comics • Superman: Secret Origin Vol. 1
Writer
Geoff Johns
Interior Artist
Gary Frank
Cover Artist
Gary Frank
Publication Date
December 2009
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman flashes back to his youth in Smallville and his first encounter with the Legion of Super-Heroes, exploring his formative years and development of powers.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Very minor shelf wear with slight spine stress and minor corner blunting, otherwise a flat and clean cover with good gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5.00 - $10.00. Graded (CGC 9.2/9.4): $25.00 - $40.00.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for modern DC first printings in similar high grade range from $5 to $15 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth the cost of professional grading for modern common issues unless part of a complete graded set, as grading fees exceed the potential value increase.
Notable Features
Features appearances by members of the Legion of Super-Heroes (Saturn Girl, Lightning Lad, Cosmic Boy, Brainiac 5) in modern continuity by the acclaimed creative team of Geoff Johns and Gary Frank.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern DC Direct Edition with valid barcode, correct color registration, and standard glossy cardstock cover indicating standard publisher authenticity.