Superman ##78
DC Comics • Superman (Vol. 2)
Writer
Dan Jurgens
Interior Artist
Dan Jurgens & Brett Breeding
Cover Artist
Dan Jurgens & Brett Breeding
Publication Date
June 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' story arc. This issue features the Cyborg Superman carrying the body of Doomsday. It explores the aftermath of the Death of Superman and the emergence of the four replacements claiming the mantle.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticking, blunting of all four corners with color loss, vertical rolling along the right edge, noticeable edge wear on the top and bottom, and scattered minor surface scuffs.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $60.00 - $100.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-grade condition typically sell for $5.00 on platforms like eBay. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies average around $85.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The visible wear on the spine and corners places it in a mid-grade category where grading fees would exceed the market value of the comic. Grading is generally only profitable for this era of Superman books at the 9.8 (Near Mint/Mint) level.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Cyborg Superman (Hank Henshaw); Notable 'Reign of the Supermen!' crossover branding; Includes reference to the 'Man of Tomorrow' bonus poster; Direct Edition (no barcode on cover).
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1993 DC publication. The paper stock, color saturation, and characteristic 'browning' of the newsprint-style interior edges visible at the top are consistent with the era. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.