Superman in Action Comics ##687
DC Comics • Action Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Roger Stern
Interior Artist
Jackson Guice and Denis Rodier
Cover Artist
Jackson Guice and Denis Rodier
Publication Date
June 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Special Edition Die-Cut Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen!' storyline following 'The Death of Superman'. This issue features the first full appearance of The Last Son of Krypton (The Eradicator) as he takes on the mantle of Superman.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress/ticks that may break color; slight corner blunting on the bottom left; surface rubbing/scuffing visible on the green flat-ink background; the die-cut S-shield appears intact but displays a minor wave typical of the cardstock used.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 to $10; Graded 9.8: $60 to $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3 to $8 on eBay. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $65 range. This issue was heavily overprinted during the 1990s speculator boom.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The high cost of grading usually exceeds the market value for this issue unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. This specific copy shows enough spine wear to place it in the 7.5-8.0 range.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Eradicator as Superman; Die-cut cover with translucent red overlay; part of the 1993 Superman funeral/return event; contains a bonus Last Son of Krypton poster.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features the correct $1.95 US price point for the collector's edition. Print quality and die-cut registration are consistent with 1993 DC production standards.