Superman: The Man of Steel ##25
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
September 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' story arc. This issue features the assault on Engine City and showcases the black-suited 'resurrected' Superman alongside Steel (John Henry Irons) as they battle the Cyborg Superman's forces.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks, slight corner blunting on the top right, and potential bag/board rippling. There is a green price sticker residue or sticker on the top right corner of the cover which significantly impacts the aesthetic and grade if it has adhesive damage.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10 in high grade. Recent 9.8 graded copies have sold in the range of $45-$55 depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the market value of the comic. The presence of the price sticker/residue makes reaching a 9.8 (investment grade) unlikely.
Notable Features
Reign of the Supermen tie-in; features the black 'recovery' suit Superman; early appearance of Steel; Direct Edition (indicated by the graphic in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic standard copy from 1993. The paper stock is the standard glossy cover and newsprint interior typical of early 90s DC publications.