The Adventures of Superman ##502
DC Comics • The Adventures of Superman Vol. 1
Writer
Karl Kesel
Interior Artist
Tom Grummett
Cover Artist
Tom Grummett & Doug Hazlewood
Publication Date
July 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' storyline following 'The Death of Superman.' This issue features the first meeting of Superboy (Kon-El) and Supergirl (Matrix).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress with color-breaking ticks, minor corner blunting on the top right, and slight surface wear. The white background on the cover shows some minor foxing or soiling near the edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded 9.8: $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies consistently sell for under $10 in high grade. A CGC 9.8 copy recently sold for approximately $55 including shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The comic was heavily overprinted in the 1990s, and the market value in this condition (estimated 8.0) is less than the cost of the grading fee. Grading is only viable for a 9.8 candidate.
Notable Features
'Reign of the Supermen!' chapter 19. Not a major key, but significant for the interaction between the 'replacement' Superman figures. Features a Direct Edition barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper-age comic. Proper ink registration for 1993 DC printing standards, correct logo layout, and age-appropriate paper stock visibility on the corner wear.