This auction features an estate collection of 14 vintage DC Comics, highlighting modern era adventures and monumental storylines of Superman, the Man of Steel. This comprehensive lot brings together core title issues, annuals, unique Elseworlds stories, premium crossover specials, and key character solo issues spanning from 1986 through the 2010s. The bundle features work by legendary creators including George Pérez, John Byrne, Dan Jurgens, Mindy Newell, Roger Stern, Louise Simonson, Jerry Ordway, and Tom Grummett.
Lot Breakdown
Crossovers, Elseworlds & Special Issues: Includes Superman vs. Predator #3 (Dark Horse/DC crossover), Superman & Batman Generations: An Imaginary Tale Book 3 by John Byrne, and War of the Supermen #0 (Free Comic Book Day edition).
The Death & Return of Superman Era: Key milestone issues including The Adventures of Superman #500 (historic "Back from the Dead?!" issue), Superman #78 ("Reign of the Supermen!" newsstand edition by Dan Jurgens), and Superman: The Man of Steel #18 (early Doomsday storyline chapter).
Lois Lane & Classic Runs: Includes the rare Lois Lane (1986 miniseries) #2 by Mindy Newell & Gray Morrow, Superman (1987 series) #30 ("Hostile Takeover" part 1 by Roger Stern), Superman (classic series) #418 ("The Replacement"), Action Comics #737, Superman: The Man of Steel #31, and Superman/Batman #39.
Annuals & Stacked Issues: Features Superman Annual 1996 #8 ("The League of Supermen!")
Condition Report
Please review the high-resolution photographs carefully to evaluate the overall condition of the collection:
Storage & Presentation: The vast majority of this collection is individually preserved inside clear protective comic bags with cardboard backing boards.
Inspection Constraints: These books have not been removed from their protective bags for inspection. Conditions are graded strictly by what is visible through the plastic storage sleeves.
General Wear: The comics show typical signs of age and storage wear. Expect potential minor corner blunting, surface scuffing to the outer plastic or covers, and typical spine wear appropriate for uncertified vintage comic lots.