The Man of Steel #No. 2
DC Comics • The Man of Steel Vol. 1
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
John Byrne / Dick Giordano
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
October 1986
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features the post-Crisis on Infinite Earths origin of Lois Lane and her first meeting with Superman. Clark Kent moves to Metropolis and begins his career at the Daily Planet while investigating a space shuttle crisis.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Significant spine stress, color-breaking creases across the bottom right and top left corners, noticeable edge wear, and visible surface dirt/soiling on the white areas of the cover. Possible vertical subscription crease.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded: $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent sales of raw newsstand copies in mid-grade typically fall between $5 and $10. High-grade (9.8) copies sell for significantly more, often around $150-$200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The visible condition issues (creases, spine damage) would likely result in a grade below 6.0, meaning the cost of grading would exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Modern Age (Post-Crisis) Lois Lane. Iconic cover homaging the classic Superman dynamic. Newsstand edition with UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper-age DC comic with standard newsstand UPC and glossy paper stock characteristic of the mid-80s. Staple placement and ink registration appear consistent with original 1986 production.