Superman ##27
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 2 (1987 Series)
Writer
Roger Stern
Interior Artist
Kerry Gammill and Doug Breeding
Cover Artist
Kerry Gammill and Dennis Janke
Publication Date
January 1989
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An 'Invasion!' tie-in aftermath issue. The story features a clash between Gangbuster (Jose Delgado) and the Guardian. Superman takes a public stand regarding street justice, while Jose Delgado's health concerns after the invasion take center stage.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Significant corner blunting and minor chipping at the bottom right. Horizontal stress line across the center of the spine. Minor surface scuffing on the UPC box. Some general edge wear consistent with age and newsstand handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots for $2-$5. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $45-$55 depending on slab generation.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceed the raw market value, and the visible spine stress limits the potential grade to the mid-range (6.0-7.0), which does not command a premium.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with UPC barcode. Features the Invasion Aftermath banner. Character focus on Gangbuster and Guardian.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s newsstand copy. Proper paper stock aging for the era (off-white pages). Correct UPC code spacing and DC Bullet logo for 1989.