Superman ##3
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 2
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
Terry Austin
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
March 1987
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Legends' crossover events (Chapter 17). Superman is captured by Darkside and taken to Apokolips, where he is brainwashed into becoming the leader of Darkseid's Hunger Dogs. Darkseid attempts to use Superman to break the spirit of the people.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks (some color breaking), slight rounding of the top right corner, minor edge wear along the top, and some surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover art.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $70 - $90
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold for $4-$8. CGC 9.8 copies typically sell in the $75 range depending on census volume.
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 were a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Includes appearance by Darkseid. This issue is notable for being part of the 'Legends' crossover event which helped redefine the DC Universe post-Crisis on Infinite Earths. Direct edition with white box graphic in lower left.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC copper age print. Correct paper stock (Mando), color saturation is consistent with John Byrne's era, and the 'DC' bullet logo is correct for 1987.