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off white pgs; back cvr det, 2 pc tp on spn of cvr
Joe Shuster cover & art; origin story; pin-up bc; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
John Wise Collection
As one of the top Golden Age keys, Superman #1 features an enduring Man of Steel cover image, plus a legendary origin that remains the definitive telling to most fans. (Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's updated tale adds four pages deleted from Action Comics #1.) There is also added historical importance with the book offering 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, along with Lois Lane.

Of course, Superman continues his enduring presence as a pop-culture icon. The Man from Krypton has now spent decades being regularly featured in cartoons, serials, movies, television shows, and extensive merchandising. Today, fans are anxiously awaiting Superman's next role as part of the changing DC Cinematic Universe.
Superman 1 was among the first comics to feature only one character in its pages and its readers were delighted to discover the now,
well-known Superman origin story contained within. Some of the politically-charged tales featured inside this influential book still resonate today. Co-creators Siegel and Shuster also included an explanation of Superman's strength which allowed young readers to more easily journey down a bridge of suspended reality and earn acceptance of this new alien presence.



or Superman collectors, this comic is second in importance only to Action Comics 1. It is one of the most sought after comics in the world and demands multiples of guide prices at auction. The iconic front and back cover images are instantly recognizable, a classic in every sense of the word. Often overlooked is the historical importance of this book, which showcases three of the most important supporting characters in the Superman pantheon: Ma and Pa Kent, as well as Lois Lane. Completely unrestored, this reader-grade copy puts this lot within reach of more buyers than usual, and we expect bidding to reflect the increased base for this, the third most valuable and historically relevant comic book ever published.



Overstreet Guide 2013 GD (2.0) value = $35,000.



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Artist Information

Joseph Shuster was a Canadian-American comic book artist best known for co-creating the DC Comics character Superman, with writer Jerry Siegel, in Action Comics #1.