The Man of Steel ##2
DC Comics • The Man of Steel
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
John Byrne
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
August 1986
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 6-part post-Crisis miniseries that reimagined Superman's origin. This issue features the post-Crisis introduction of Lois Lane and establishes her dynamic with the newly rebooted Clark Kent and Superman.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor corner blunting, slight spine stress ticks without significant color breaks, moderate yellowing on newsprint paper margins, light surface wear along the spine edge, but overall flat and well-preserved with clean glossy cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for The Man of Steel #2 generally range between $5 and $12 depending on platform and exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a complete run, as the grading and shipping fees exceed the raw market value of an 8.0 or 9.0 copy.
Notable Features
Post-Crisis origin miniseries, first post-Crisis introduction of Lois Lane, newsstand edition with cover price indicators for US, Canada, and UK.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s DC newsstand publication features including newsprint interior pages, correct cover ink saturation, and standard dual-staple binding.