Superman: The Man of Steel ##1
DC Comics • Superman: The Man of Steel Vol 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
Jon Bogdanove
Cover Artist
Jon Bogdanove
Publication Date
July 1991
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Newsstand/Direct hybrid)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Launch of the fourth ongoing monthly Superman title. Story introduces several subplots common to the 'Triangles' era of the early 90s. Features appearances by Cerberus and Lex Luthor.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minimum spine stress visible under bag, sharp corners, flat cover, potential minor surface scuffing from high-gloss ink common with this era. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00-$10.00; Graded (9.8): $60.00-$80.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales average $6.00 plus shipping. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $75.00 on eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental or a guaranteed 9.8 candidate. Grading costs generally exceed the market value for lower grades on this high-print-run issue.
Notable Features
First issue of the series. Features the '1991/19' triangle number on the cover indicating its place in the chronological reading order of the weekly Superman titles.
Authentication Notes
Authentic issue; features standard Newsstand style UPC area but note the 'Direct Sales' characteristics common to 1991 DC distribution. Glossy cover stock and typical 90s paper quality.