Absolute Superman ##1
DC Comics • Absolute Superman Vol. 1
Writer
Jason Aaron
Interior Artist
Rafa Sandoval
Cover Artist
Rafa Sandoval and Ulises Arreola
Publication Date
January 2025
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the DC 'Absolute Universe' launch. This story reimagines Kal-El's origin: he has no Fortress of Solitude, no family, and no home. In this harsher reality, Superman is a laborer and an underdog fighting against a corrupt system.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The book appears largely high-grade; however, there is visible minor spine stress and a small color-breaking tick near the center-left edge of the spine. Some light surface scuffing is visible on the high-gloss black areas of the cover, common for this issue.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $8.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $45.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
As a very recent 'DC All In' release, it is currently selling at or slightly above MSRP in most shops. Standard A covers have sold on eBay for $4.99 - $7.00 plus shipping in high-grade raw condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 and for personal collection. The high print run of the 'A' cover means market saturation is high, making the cost of grading exceed the immediate resale profit.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Absolute version of Superman (Kal-El). Debut of the Absolute Superman title. Features the 'DC All In' branding on the cover. Uses the new 'DC' circle logo.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern DC comic. Features standard modern cardstock cover, high-gloss finish, and appropriate UPC prefix '7 61941 38585 3' with suffix '01911' (identifying Issue 1, Cover A, First Printing).