Superman ##82
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 2 (1987)
Writer
Dan Jurgens
Interior Artist
Dan Jurgens and Brett Breeding
Cover Artist
Dan Jurgens and Brett Breeding
Publication Date
October 1993
Cover Variant
Standard Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Final part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' story arch. The real Kal-El (Superman) returns in his iconic red and blue suit after wearing the black recovery suit to defeat the Cyborg Superman (Hank Henshaw) with the help of Supergirl, Superboy, Steel, and Green Lantern (Hal Jordan).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress marks (color breaking), slight blunting on the bottom left corner, minor polybag creasing visible on the surface, edges appear relatively sharp but display standard shelf wear for a newsstand copy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $75 - $125
Recent Sales
Recent raw newsstand copies in high grade sell for $8-$12. 9.8 graded copies have sold between $85 and $115 recently.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. Newsstand editions are rarer than direct editions, but this specific copy shows enough spine ticks to likely cap the grade at 9.0-9.2, making the cost of grading higher than the market value.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition (UPC barcode present). Key issue featuring the true return of Superman in costume after the 'Death of Superman' event. Part 30 of the 1993 'Death/Life' saga.
Authentication Notes
Colors are vibrant and registration is correct. Authentic newsstand distribution with correct $2.00 US cover price for 1993. No signs of restoration or counterfeit.