Superman #1 (1987) CGC 9.9 MINT Origin & 1st New Metallo Highest Graded RARE HTF

Superman #1 (1987) CGC 9.9 MINT Origin & 1st New Metallo Highest Graded RARE HTF. Direct Edition. "Heart of Stone!" Story by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. In the wake of Crisis on Infinite Earths, DC decides to revamp and reinvigorate their universe, and their heroes. First up, why none other than the Man of Steel himself. Superstar John Byrne, known for his acclaimed work on Marvel's Uncanny X-Men and the Fantastic Four, re-imagines the Last Son of Krypton for a whole new generation. However, Superman's first issue in this historical relaunch just may be his last as he comes face-to-face with Metallo, the Man with the Kryptonite Heart! Featuring Lois Lane. NOTE: Also see Man of Steel (1986) #1-6 for the lead in story to this series. Superman was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Cover price $0.75.

Issue

1

Issue Date

1/87

Issue Year

1987

Publisher

D.C. Comics

Grade

9.9

Page Quality

WHITE

Grade Date

05/08/2024

Grade Category

Modern

Art Comments

John Byrne story & cover
John Byrne & Terry Austin art

Key Comments

Origin & 1st appearance of new Metallo.
Direct editions include
""Man of Steel"" contest form.