Superman ##80
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 2 (The Reign of the Supermen! storyline)
Writer
Dan Jurgens
Interior Artist
Dan Jurgens & Brett Breeding
Cover Artist
Dan Jurgens & Brett Breeding
Publication Date
August 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen' arc. Cyborg Superman destroys Coast City and defeats the Eradicator. Significant for the massive destruction of Hal Jordan's home city, setting the stage for Emerald Twilight.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, minor corner blunting at bottom left, slight edge wear along the right-side margin, and some surface scuffing visible on the dark background areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3-$8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40-$60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5 or less in bulk lots; 9.8 CGC slabs have recently sold in the $50 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The current market value of a mid-to-high grade raw copy does not justify the grading fees. Only worth grading if it was a guaranteed 9.8 (Mint) candidate.
Notable Features
Includes 'Reign of the Supermen' and '1993/22' triangle reading order mark. Features Cyborg Superman and Eradicator. Significant plot point for Green Lantern (Coast City destruction).
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s DC stock. Features the correct DC bullet logo, gloss finish typical of the era, and original price point ($1.50 US).