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When i first heard about dcs plans to kill superman, i immediately called dc president paul levitz to beg him to cancel the idea. Superman collectible 41 inch statue figure superman fabric cape edition prime 1 studio 903454. Superman eventually defeats doomsday at the cost of his own life. Some superman series are just one issue oneshots and others are longer series, such as adventures of superman. Wonder woman wasnt the first female comic book hero, but she. If ordering more than one of our comics or magazines, contact us before submitting payment for a reduced shipping price. You can find out values of action issues by clicking here. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty.

Millions of posters, photographs, tshirts, vinyl, magazines and more spanning over 50 years. All portions of the grand comics database, except where noted otherwise, are ed by the gcd and are licensed under a creative commons attributionsharealike 4. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book. Superman is also billed as a champion of the oppressed.

The series told the story of superman s modern origin, which had been rebooted following the 1986 series crisis on infinite earths. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Death of superman comic set man of steel 17,18 and more. This is the direct market memorial collectors edition which comes with a black. It was the death of an icon probably the most famous character in all of comicdom. Death of superman comic book value price guide comics watcher.

Superman saves a girl named kara on a dying asteroid city called argo city, from attacks by aliens. Team red sets off for metropolis to recruit a powerful new ally. Im a huge dc comics fan and had been wanting to find this set for a while. Find superman memorial set from a vast selection of comics. Written and drawn by john byrne, the series was presented in six issues which were inked by dick giordano. Superman appears in the dc comics and dark horse comics miniseries superman vs. I am selling my personal collection and up for auction is an eight book set of the death of superman. Purchase history selling saved searches saved sellers messages. The memorial set that comes in a black bag with bleeding superman logo and contains a slategray memorial marker variant cover comic, a fullcolor memorial poster, fullcolor.

The first, the strongest, and the most enduringly popular super hero has been captivating audiences around the world for 60 years. By the time the united states had entered world war ii, superman had inspired a boom in the comic book industry and had engendered the new genre of the superheroes although, controversy still exists over whether superman can be considered the first superhero, which by then had included batman, captain america, namor the submariner, captain. There were a lot of extra goodies packed into the bag with the comic in this one. The original superman comic book series is the most popular series. The man of steel is a 1986 comic book limited series featuring the dc comics character superman. It was the 11th installment of a multicomic series that dc ran involving the death of superman.

This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939. Doomsday and superman continue their fight through the streets of metropolis. The death of superman comics 1993 by dan jurgens author, illustrator, brett breeding illustrator. This is the bag that has the red superman symbol that looks like is dripping blood. Aug 26, 2011 how much are the original death of superman comic books worth. This is the memorial set that came in a black bag with bleeding superman logo and contained a fullcolor memorial poster, fullcolor commemorative stamps. See more ideas about superman, man of steel and superman man of steel. I think of him, since it was two jewish kids who created him, as the ultimate diaspora jew, says larry tye, author of a history of superman.

The memorial set that comes in a black bag with bleeding superman logo and contains a. Buy superman comic books at newkadia and they all have a 100% moneyback guaranted. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover. If you are the successful and winning bidder, you have entered into a legally binding contract to purchase the property bid on from the seller. Each index contains the title, issue number, date and description for each comic book. The death of superman this video involves a collectors comic from dc comics that i purchased new on january 6, 1993. Since his humble comic book beginnings in 1938, superman has conquered every dimension of media entertainment, launching radio and television shows, major motion pictures, books, toys, and more. Death of superman promotion of 1992 mile high comics. What made the death of superman promotion so much different than all the rest of the specious comics marketing schemes cooked up during the early 1990s was that it was aimed at the general public. The only coin featuring the lincoln memorial is the cent from 1959 to today, so i dont know exactly what your set consists of. Place a bid only if youre serious about buying the item. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. The man of tomorrow debuts as a quarterly, allowing for a new superman comic to be published every week.

How much are the original death of superman comic books worth. The package is professionel with double box, bubble and very safely. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your first box. In the initial chapter, lex luthor appears to have renounced his life of crime. Although never confirmed by dc comics, it is widely believed there were 10,000. Get a great deal with this online auction for a comic presented by property room on behalf of a law enforcement or public agency client. Death of superman memorial set signed in metallic silver by dan jurgens wordspictures and brett breeding finished art. A third superman book, superman unchained, was released in june 20 to coincide with the release of the new superman movie, man of steel. The red kingdom, part 4 animal man has constantine.

Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. The biggest event comic in the history of the medium, and this is the highly desirable memorial edition. The man who stole memories starring superman, moose collins, and professor higgins. After saving lois and jimmy superman heads back into battle but his strength is ebbing and doomsday is getting the upper hand. In these celebrated stories, superman is in turns the herculean champion, the lonely alien survivor, the superpowered boy scout and the soulsearching leader.

Superman 75 memorial set unopened dc comics 1992 death of. The death of superman has been the highest selling comic book. Superman and doomsday just exchange blows one after another. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest online. The death of superman was a major news story that was covered by the likes of cnn and time magazine. The obvious remedy is to create a feminine character with all the strength of superman plus all. This set consisted of a memorial poster, a black armband, an obituary from the daily planet, a trading card and commemorative stamps. Each comic is individually numbered on the back cover. Each page is a full page shot of the intense battle. A celebration of 75 years gathers a range of stories featuring the first and greatest super hero, highlighting the many roles the man of steel has played over the decades. What is the value of superman memorial set answers. It is written by scott snyder and drawn by jim lee. Free shipping and exclusive concert streaming for members.

Thank you and good luck if you have a problem after the sale, please contact me before leaving a feeback. The memorial set that comes in a black bag with bleeding superman logo and contains a slategray memorial marker variant cover comic, a fullcolor memorial poster, fullcolor commemorative stamps, the daily planet obituary, a black mourning armband and an exclusive skybox trading card. Plus, joe kelly and various writers and artists chronicle the history of the man of. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. Delivery times may vary, especially during peak periods. The open set has brown staining on the poster, obituary, and comic. Please take a look at all the photos especially the last one to see what is in the open set. Mxyzptlk meets an untimely end in this commemorative issue. They come from a nonsmoking home and have been properly stored. Although gender relations have changed a great deal in the 75 years. Sealed polybag, contents should be in unused nm condition. I have kept this comic in its original black bag, sealed, and like.