SUPERMAN (1939-86; 2006-11) #1
CGC FA/GD: 1.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Friday, 08/25/2023 7:40 PM
$132,250
Sold For
24
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
original owner; crm/ow pages
1st full origin story of Superman; Joe Shuster cover & art; pin-up bc; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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original owner; crm/ow pages
1st full origin story of Superman; Joe Shuster cover & art; pin-up bc; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
original owner; crm/ow pages
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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Superman #1, published in 1939, is a landmark comic book. It features the first solo series for the iconic superhero, Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. This issue introduced Superman's origin and powers, setting the foundation for the character's enduring legacy.
This original owner copy was a beloved keepsake of a Navy pilot and his family, who felt a great sense of responsibility and emotion about passing along this important collectible to a new generation via our Event Auction. Having had the opportunity to explore the wild blue yonder like his favorite superhero, the original owner went on to study at the Art Institute of Chicago and later pursued a career in commercial art. His appreciation for Superman's ability to fly and of the talents of the men who created the Man of Steel was understood to a degree that helped bond him to the character for his entire life—purchased while training in the ROTC, the original owner, and his family are extremely proud to present this top-tier comic to our clientele.
A copy of Superman #1 1.5 sold for $192,000 in June of 2022.
Overstreet Guide 2022 GD (2.0) value = $147,000.
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 3 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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original owner; crm/ow pages
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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Superman #1, published in 1939, is a landmark comic book. It features the first solo series for the iconic superhero, Superman, created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. This issue introduced Superman's origin and powers, setting the foundation for the character's enduring legacy.
This original owner copy was a beloved keepsake of a Navy pilot and his family, who felt a great sense of responsibility and emotion about passing along this important collectible to a new generation via our Event Auction. Having had the opportunity to explore the wild blue yonder like his favorite superhero, the original owner went on to study at the Art Institute of Chicago and later pursued a career in commercial art. His appreciation for Superman's ability to fly and of the talents of the men who created the Man of Steel was understood to a degree that helped bond him to the character for his entire life—purchased while training in the ROTC, the original owner, and his family are extremely proud to present this top-tier comic to our clientele.
A copy of Superman #1 1.5 sold for $192,000 in June of 2022.
Overstreet Guide 2022 GD (2.0) value = $147,000.
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 3 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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