The Adventures of Superman ##497 (1992-47)
DC Comics • The Adventures of Superman Vol. 1
Writer
Jerry Ordway
Interior Artist
Tom Grummett
Cover Artist
Tom Grummett and Doug Hazlewood
Publication Date
December 1992
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 4 of 'The Death of Superman' storyline. Superman engages in a brutal fight with Doomsday through the streets of Metropolis. Key characters include Superman, Lois Lane, and Doomsday.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress/color-breaking ticks. Slight blunting on the upper-right corner. Minor surface wear/scuffing visible on the cover under light. The book appears mostly flat with good color saturation, though the white border shows minor shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $60.00 - $90.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 in mid-to-high grade. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $75 on eBay and Heritage Auctions.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading unless the comic is near-perfect (9.8 candidate). This copy appears to be in the 7.5 to 8.0 range due to spine ticks and corner wear; grading fees would exceed the actual market value of the book at this grade.
Notable Features
Significant issue in the 'Death of Superman' arc (Doomsday vs. Superman); Features the 1992-47 reading order triangle on cover; Direct Edition (identifiable by the character graphic in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. High-quality semi-gloss cover and newsprint interior proper for the early 90s DC era. Printing registration is sharp and logos are centered.