Action Comics ##900
DC Comics • Action Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Paul Cornell, Paul Dini, Richard Donner, Geoff Johns, David S. Goyer, Damon Lindelof
Interior Artist
Pete Woods, Jesus Merino, Gary Frank, Ryan Sook, Brian Stelfreeze
Cover Artist
David Finch
Publication Date
June 2011
Cover Variant
Regular (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A 96-page spectacular concluding 'The Black Ring' storyline. Features Lex Luthor gaining cosmic power. Notable for the short story 'The Incident' in which Superman announces his intention to renounce his United States citizenship to the United Nations, a controversial move that received significant mainstream media attention at the time.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Visual inspection through the bag suggests sharp corners and strong gloss. There is a slight visible spine stress mark near the top staple and minor blunting on the bottom left corner. The black cover background is prone to showing fingerprints and rub wear, though none are significantly prominent here.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $35; Graded (9.8): $90 - $130
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $20-$30 on eBay. Recent CGC 9.8 sales have settled around the $100 mark, while lower grades (9.4-9.6) often sell for $50-$70.
Grading Recommendation
Generally only worth grading if it is a guaranteed 9.8. Because of the thick 96-page 'square bound' style and dark cover, achieving a 9.8 is difficult. Likely an 8.5 to 9.2 candidate based on the photo; grading is not recommended unless for personal protection.
Notable Features
Anniversary issue (#900); First appearance of the Reign of the Doomsdays; Renunciation of US Citizenship story; Landmark anniversary issue with multiple creative teams.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features correct $5.99 cover price and barcode ending in '0011' which denotes Direct Sales, Cover A, First Printing.