Superman: The Man of Steel ##24
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
August 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Non-Die-Cut)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' storyline. This issue features a confrontation between John Henry Irons (Steel) and the Last Son of Krypton (Eradicator). It further explores the identity of the four Supermen following the 'Death of Superman' event.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, minor corner blunting at bottom left, slight edge wear, and horizontal shelf-wear scuffing visible on the black borders of the lower right cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies frequently sell for under $10. Recent CGC 9.8 sales range between $45 and $65 depending on market demand for Reign of the Supermen keys.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading exceed the market value of the book in this condition. Only 9.8 candidates for this issue are generally worth the investment.
Notable Features
Key issue in the 'Reign of the Supermen' arc. Features Steel and the Eradicator. This is the non-collector's edition (standard cover without the silver translucent die-cut overlay used for the specialty newsstand version).
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s DC glossy paper stock. Authentic cover price of $1.50 and '1993/21' triangle numbering system consistent with the era's reading order.