Superman: The Man of Steel ##25
DC Comics • Superman: The Man of Steel Vol. 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
Jon Bogdanove
Cover Artist
Jon Bogdanove and Dennis Janke
Publication Date
September 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' storyline. This issue features the return of the original Superman (Kal-El) as he emerges from the Regeneration Matrix. He teams up with Steel, Superboy, and Supergirl to take on the Cyborg Superman and Mongol in Coast City.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress marks (color-breaking ticks), slight corner blunting at bottom left, and minor bag-rub scuffing on the dark black ink areas of the cover. Appears mostly flat with good gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $35 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $1 to $5 plus shipping. CGC 9.8 copies have trended between $40 and $55 during current market lulls.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The high print volume of the 90s 'Death and Return of Superman' era means supply is abundant. Unless the comic is a certain 9.8 or higher, the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Significant issue in the 'Return of Superman' arc; features the 'Black Suit' or 'Regeneration Suit' Superman; includes iconic close-up cover art of Steel (John Henry Irons).
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features typical early 90s semi-glossy paper stock and standard DC 'Direct Edition' logo without a barcode on the front cover. Staple alignment and ink saturation are consistent with DC's 1993 production standards.