Superman: The Man of Steel ##27
DC Comics • Superman: The Man of Steel Vol. 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
Jon Bogdanove
Cover Artist
Jon Bogdanove and Dennis Janke
Publication Date
November 1993
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen' aftermath. Superman (the resurrected original) must deal with a thermal energy crisis in Metropolis and the fallout of the massive destruction caused by the Cyborg Superman and Mongul. Features a cameo by Lex Luthor II.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; corner blunting at bottom right; visible surface wear and slight indentation near the 'Superman' logo; edges show minor shelf wear; appears to have been stored in a polybag without a board.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw newsstand copies range from $2.00 to $10.00 depending on condition. High-grade slabbed copies rarely exceed $60.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the comic in its current condition (Estimated 7.0-8.0).
Notable Features
Newsstand Edition (indicated by the UPC barcode in bottom left); 33rd checkmark in the 'triangle' numbering system for 1993 Superman titles; early appearance of Superman with long hair ('Mullet Superman').
Authentication Notes
The comic exhibits correct period-appropriate gloss, newsstand UPC placement, and semi-glossy paper stock typical of 1993 DC publications. No signs of counterfeit detected.