Action Comics 689 Appraisal

Superman in Action Comics #689 (Reign of the Supermen!)

This is a standard-sized American comic book published by DC Comics in July 1993, specifically issue #689 of the 'Action Comics' series. The cover art is a dynamic, multi-panel illustration by Jackson Guice and Denis Rodier, titled 'Reign of the Supermen!' and featuring the 'Who Watches the Supermen?' storyline. The cover displays a rich primary color palette typical of the Modern Age, showcasing four distinct versions of Superman appearing in monitor screens watched by a shadowed figure in a cockpit. The materials consist of a semi-glossy paper cover with newsprint interior pages held together by two metal staples at the spine. The issue is priced at $1.50 US and carries the DC 'Bullet' logo and the Comics Code Authority seal. Notable markings include the '1993/20' triangle symbol indicating its place in the Superman title rotation. In terms of condition, the comic appears to be in mid-to-high grade raw state; however, light color breaking is visible along the spine, and there is minor blunting at the top and bottom corners. No significant tears, stains, or tape repairs are immediately visible in the image. The craftsmanship represents the high-volume production quality of the early 1990s comic book industry during the 'Death and Return of Superman' boom.