Superman: The Man of Steel ##28
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
December 1993
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The storyline follows Superman's return after the 'Death of Superman' arc. In this issue, Superman is dealing with fluctuating power levels following his resurrection, featuring the 'All Charged Up!' story. It features Lex Luthor II and the continued rebuilding of Superman's life in Metropolis.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stressors (ticks), slight corner blunting on the top left, and some minor cover scuffing visible through the bag. General shelf wear consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2.00 - $5.00 / Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw newsstand copies sold for approximately $3.00. Graded copies of this specific issue rarely appear at auction as it is not a high-demand key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value for this issue, even in high grade. Keep it in a bag and board for preservation.
Notable Features
Features the 'Newsstand' barcode on the bottom left. Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' aftermath. Includes the 'Triangle Number' 1993/37 on the cover, which indicated the reading order for Superman titles at the time.
Authentication Notes
The presence of the UPC barcode confirms it is a newsstand edition. Print quality, paper aging, and logo placement are consistent with authentic late-1993 DC Comics production.