Superman ##201
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 1
Writer
Cary Bates
Interior Artist
Wayne Boring
Cover Artist
Neal Adams
Publication Date
November 1967
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct/Newsstand was not distinct in this era)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story 'Clark Kent Abandons Superman!' features a plot where Clark Kent decides to give up his heroic identity due to a perceived lack of appreciation for Superman. It features appearance by the Justice League of America (cameo) and explores the psychological burden of a dual identity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy creasing on left edge near spine, significant color-breaking vertical creases on the bottom right corner, blunted and rounded corners, multiple spine stress marks, edge wear, and visible surface dirt/soiling. General loss of cover gloss and structural integrity.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 4.0): $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent 4.0 to 5.0 copies have sold in the $20-$35 range. High-grade copies (9.0+) are much more lucrative, often exceeding $200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS submission and shipping would likely exceed the actual market value of the comic in this specific condition.
Notable Features
Early DC cover art by the legendary Neal Adams. 12-cent silver age cover price. Includes 'World's Best-Selling Comics Magazine!' seal.
Authentication Notes
The paper aging/tanning on the edges and the specific typeface of the 12-cent price tag are consistent with DC's late 1960s production. No signs of restoration visible from the cover image.