Superman ##81
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 2
Writer
Dan Jurgens
Interior Artist
Dan Jurgens & Brett Breeding
Cover Artist
Dan Jurgens & Brett Breeding
Publication Date
September 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' story arc. The issue features the return of the real Superman (Kal-El) in his black recovery suit with long hair, confronting the Cyborg Superman at Engine City.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks (some color-breaking), minor corner blunting on bottom right, slight surface scuffing on the black ink of the suit, and minor shelf wear along the edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00 | Graded (9.0+): $35.00 - $55.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales average $5.00 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies typically sell for $60-$80, but this specimen shows too many spine ticks for that grade.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value for a mid-to-high grade raw copy of this era.
Notable Features
Features the Iconic black recovery suit ('Solar Suit'); Key part of the Death and Return of Superman saga; Direct Edition with barcode.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1990s DC print quality. Cover gloss, paper stock, and color saturation appear authentic. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting.