The World of Metropolis ##2
DC Comics • The World of Metropolis Vol. 1
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
Win Mortimer
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
September 1988
Cover Variant
Regular (United Kingdom Price Variant / Newsstand)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A four-issue mini-series following the supporting cast of Superman's post-Crisis on Infinite Earths origin. Issue #2, 'The Betrayal', focuses on the early career of Perry White at the Daily Planet, his relationship with Lex Luthor, and the introduction of Franklin Stern.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks on the left edge. Minor blunting on the top right corner. Slight surface scuffing and edge wear. Notable ink/pricing stamp or sticker residue in the top left corner (40p marking).
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5 | Graded (9.8): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent sales for raw copies of this mini-series typically range between $1 and $4 in dollar bins. 9.8 graded copies occasionally sell in the $40 range but have low liquidity.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of the grading service (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the current market value of the book. It is a common 'dollar bin' comic from the copper age.
Notable Features
Part of the post-Crisis John Byrne Superman revamp era. Features the 'Superman: Fifty Years' logo. UK price variant (40p).
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC product. Period-accurate newsprint paper stock and color saturation for late 80s DC publications.