Superman ##1
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 2
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
John Byrne (Pencils), Terry Austin (Inks)
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
January 1987
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition - DC logo in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue marks the relaunch of the main Superman title following Crisis on Infinite Earths and the Man of Steel miniseries. Features Superman battling Metallo for the first time in the post-Crisis continuity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress/ticks visible against the yellow background, minor blunting on the top right corner, and some slight edge wear at the bottom of the spine. The cover exhibits some minor surface scuffing visible through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $120 - $160 | Estimated current state graded (8.0): $40 - $55
Recent Sales
Solid 9.8 copies have recently sold for $140+; raw mid-high grade copies typically sell for around $10 on secondary markets due to high print volume.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading in this condition. Since it is a modern-era book with a very high print run, only 9.8 copies or higher carry significant value premiums. The cost of grading (approx $35+) would exceed the market value of a 7.5-8.0 slab.
Notable Features
First appearance of Metallo (John Corben) in the post-Crisis continuity. Direct Edition with DC logo in the UPC box. Part of John Byrne's major revamp of the Superman mythos.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic first printing. The '75 cent' price point, Jan 87 date, and paper stock (Copper Age newsprint-style interiors with treated cover) are consistent with DC's 1987 production standards.