Superman ##2
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 2 (Post-Crisis)
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
John Byrne & Terry Austin
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
February 1987
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Lex Luthor uses a supercomputer to deduce Superman's secret identity. Despite the machine correctly identifying Clark Kent, Luthor refuses to believe it, dismissing the result because he cannot fathom a god-like being living as a common man. This issue is a key early Post-Crisis Lex Luthor story.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (ticks), slight corner blunting on the top left, and minor bag-induced curling/warping. The white cover areas show standard aging for a mid-tier non-pressed copy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.6+): $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 on eBay; CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $80 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The potential market value increase does not significantly exceed the cost of grading fees and shipping for this specific issue.
Notable Features
Significant Post-Crisis character development for Lex Luthor. Features the famous 'The Secret Revealed!' cover. This is a Direct Edition indicated by the graphic in the UPC box area.
Authentication Notes
First printing confirmed by the February 1987 date and 75-cent cover price. Authentic paper stock and color saturation consistent with DC late-1980s production.