SUPERMAN (1939-86; 2006-11) #1
CGC G/VG: 3.0
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Friday, 12/18/2020 7:40 PM
$310,000
Sold For
29
Bids
PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: crm/ow pgs
1st full origin story of Superman; Joe Shuster cover & art; pin-up bc; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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1st full origin story of Superman; Joe Shuster cover & art; pin-up bc; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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crm/ow pgs
1st full origin story of Superman; Joe Shuster cover & art; pin-up bc; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Superman #1 is easily one of the top Golden Age keys, featuring an iconic Superman cover image and legendary origin that remains the definitive telling. (Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's updated tale includes four pages cut from Action Comics #1.) There's added historical importance with the first back-cover pin-up in comics history, as well as stories showcasing three of the most important supporting characters in the Superman pantheon: Ma and Pa Kent (in their first appearance), along with Lois Lane.
Superman #1 also made comics history as the first true solo title for an American superhero. Unlike other books from the era, there were no back-up stories with other characters. This was a true testament to the Man of Steel's popularity, with Superman still a regular presence in Action Comics. (The publishers remained cautious enough to launch this solo Superman as a quarterly publication.)
As an investment, Superman #1 is only rivaled by Action #1 as a top collectible in any grade. The Man from Krypton has now spent decades being regularly featured in cartoons, serials, movies, television shows, and merchandising. Fans are anxiously awaiting the launch of the big-screen DC Extended Universe with 2025's Superman, to be followed by Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow in 2026. In fact, DC Studios' James Gunn announced his inspirations for the return of Superman by leading with Shuster's chain-shattering Superman #1 pin-up.
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This Superman #1 is fresh to the marketplace, it has not been seen by collectors or exchanged hands before. Purchased by a comic fan right off the rack when it came out this top five all-time comic is a virgin copy, unearthed by the team at ComicConnect for this Event Auction, and we expect it to be the marquee lot in a field overrun with unique, high grade keys, and pedigree comics. Originally acquired in Pennsylvania, the owner’s father was not a collector, just an everyday comic book fan who picked this book up to read, and it has remained in the same house he lived in ever since, passing from father to son, this awesome copy of Superman #1 will soon find a new home with some lucky and determined bidder. The colors retain their dazzling punch, and the image of the Man of Steel poised heroically in the air at center is in wonderful condition, this copy has extremely strong eye appeal at grade. It goes without saying this book will be the subject of a heavyweight bout once the bell rings and the auction gets underway, likely breaking a record at grade.
Overstreet Guide 2020 G/VG (3.0) value = $169,500.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
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Looking to make a purchase? Learn more about how to buy Superman #1!
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1st full origin story of Superman; Joe Shuster cover & art; pin-up bc; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Superman #1 is easily one of the top Golden Age keys, featuring an iconic Superman cover image and legendary origin that remains the definitive telling. (Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's updated tale includes four pages cut from Action Comics #1.) There's added historical importance with the first back-cover pin-up in comics history, as well as stories showcasing three of the most important supporting characters in the Superman pantheon: Ma and Pa Kent (in their first appearance), along with Lois Lane.
Superman #1 also made comics history as the first true solo title for an American superhero. Unlike other books from the era, there were no back-up stories with other characters. This was a true testament to the Man of Steel's popularity, with Superman still a regular presence in Action Comics. (The publishers remained cautious enough to launch this solo Superman as a quarterly publication.)
As an investment, Superman #1 is only rivaled by Action #1 as a top collectible in any grade. The Man from Krypton has now spent decades being regularly featured in cartoons, serials, movies, television shows, and merchandising. Fans are anxiously awaiting the launch of the big-screen DC Extended Universe with 2025's Superman, to be followed by Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow in 2026. In fact, DC Studios' James Gunn announced his inspirations for the return of Superman by leading with Shuster's chain-shattering Superman #1 pin-up.
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This Superman #1 is fresh to the marketplace, it has not been seen by collectors or exchanged hands before. Purchased by a comic fan right off the rack when it came out this top five all-time comic is a virgin copy, unearthed by the team at ComicConnect for this Event Auction, and we expect it to be the marquee lot in a field overrun with unique, high grade keys, and pedigree comics. Originally acquired in Pennsylvania, the owner’s father was not a collector, just an everyday comic book fan who picked this book up to read, and it has remained in the same house he lived in ever since, passing from father to son, this awesome copy of Superman #1 will soon find a new home with some lucky and determined bidder. The colors retain their dazzling punch, and the image of the Man of Steel poised heroically in the air at center is in wonderful condition, this copy has extremely strong eye appeal at grade. It goes without saying this book will be the subject of a heavyweight bout once the bell rings and the auction gets underway, likely breaking a record at grade.
Overstreet Guide 2020 G/VG (3.0) value = $169,500.
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If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
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Looking to make a purchase? Learn more about how to buy Superman #1!
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