Superman Unchained ##1
DC Comics • Superman Unchained Vol 1
Writer
Scott Snyder
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
August 2013
Cover Variant
Variant (Dustin Nguyen Incentive Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The series launch by Snyder and Lee featuring Superman facing a mysterious new adversary known as Wraith, an alien who has been working for the US government for decades.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in an archival bag, showing very sharp corners and no visible spine stress or color-breaking creases in the visible lower quadrant. Estimated high grade based on current preservation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent sales of the Dustin Nguyen 1:25 variant have fluctuated between $15 and $30 for high-grade raw copies.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it is a guaranteed 9.8 to maximize investment; otherwise, the cost of grading may exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Variant cover by Dustin Nguyen; 1:25 retailer incentive; Superman 75th Anniversary logo on cover.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC Direct Sales barcode (761941314983 01131) and industry-standard printing quality visible on the logo and creator credits.