How to Sell Your Superman Memorabilia

To auction, sell or consign your Superman memorabilia, please email your description and photos to [email protected] of Nate D. Sanders Auctions (http://www.NateDSanders.com).

Who Is Superman?

Superman was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1938 and made his first appearance in Action Comics #1. His origins trace back to being an infant on the failing planet, Krypton, and his parents manage to send him off in a space ship headed towards Earth before it’s completely destroyed. The space ship crashes in Kansas, where the Kent family raise the baby as their own. Superman discovered powers such as x-ray vision, flight and super-strength from the Earth’s yellow sun. Superman has been adapted into numerous movies, television shows and books.

Some Superman Memorabilia We’ve Sold:

Christopher Reeve Worn Superman Costume — Sold for $20,250

Very rare Superman “muscle tunic” worn by Christopher Reeve during filming of “Superman: The Movie”, the very first film of the beloved Christopher Reeve franchise, released in 1978. Tunic used in the flight scenes features two stitched holes on the sides, used to attach the flying harness. Four snaps at top are for attaching the cape. Signature blue tunic is made complete with Superman’s large emblematic gold and red “S” sewn onto the front. The original “Bermans & Nathans / 40 Camden St. / London N.W. 1” tag is still intact on the tunic’s inner back collar, next to the zipper, with the label reading in type: “CHRISTOPHER REEVE / 12312 WITH MUSCLES / SUPERMAN”. Made of special nylon fabric, used for its stretch and ability to retain its original shape. Without being stretched, tunic measures 18″ across the chest and 29″ long. A few small holes, otherwise in near fine condition. With Prop Store COA. Sold for $20,250.

Curt Swan Superman Illustration — Sold for $6,329

Original Curt Swan hand-drawn illustration of ”Superman”, which Swan illustrated for DC Comics during the Silver Age of Comics. Large illustration on DC Comics, Inc. artist paper shows Superman flying up into the sky alongside a USA rocket. Rendered in ink and marker, illustration measures 11.5” x 16.5”. Signed by Curt Swan at lower right with the date of 1988. A few pieces of scotch tape on verso, and uniform block of toning from framing, otherwise near fine condition with bright coloring. Drawing was given by Swan to ”Blondie” cartoonist Dean Young, son of Chic Young. Sold for $6,329.

George Reeves Signed Photo as Superman — Sold for $6,083

Excellent signed publicity photo of George Reeves dressed in his iconic Superman costume for the hit 1950’s show ”Adventures of Superman.” Reeves became the first onscreen depiction of the legendary DC comic book character in what became his seminal role. Here, Reeves inscribes the bottom right portion of the photo in blue ink: ”To Crystal / Thanks for watching / Your Friend / George Reeves”. Photo measures 8” x 10” and is in near fine condition. With PSA/DNA COA. Sold for $6,083.

Christopher Reeve Screen Worn Pinstripe Suit — Sold for $5,539

Christopher Reeve screen worn suit from 1978’s ”Superman: The Movie”, worn, of course, as Clark Kent in the newsroom. (1-2) Grey suitjacket and pants with a blue pinstripe are by Berman’s & Nathans. The jacket’s label is typed, ”Chris Reeve / Superman”. Jacket measures 20” across the chest. Trousers are size 34 x 35, (3) light blue chambray dress shirt by Brooks Brothers in size 17-6, (4) dark grey fedora with black band by Dunn & Co. in size 7 1/4, (5) lace-up dress shoes in black leather by Alan McAfee in approximate size 11. Some tearing to trousers lining near the waistband at the seat, else near fine. Sold for $5,539.

George Reeves Signed Photo as Superman — Sold for $3,661

George Reeves signed photo as the original Superman. Very bold signature in black fountain pen is inscribed to Kathy, signed ”George Reeves”. Matte photo measures 7.5” x 9.375”. Edge trimmed at upper right and mild creasing, overall very good plus condition with a prominent, bold signature. With PSA/DNA COA. Sold for $3,661.

Christopher Reeve Screen-Worn ”Superman III” Wig — Sold for $1,250

Short dark brown wig worn onscreen by Christopher Reeve as Superman in “Superman III”, the third installment of DC Comics’ superhero franchise. A label within has Reeve’s name written on it, “Chris Reeve / Superman”. Wig, worn during the “Man of Steel” scenes, is parted and shows Superman’s signature tendril over the right eyebrow. Near fine. Provenance from the Hollywood A Collectors Ransom 7 auction by Profiles in History, lot 374. Sold for $1,250.

Kirk Alyn, Joe Shuster & Jerry Siegel Signed ”Superman of Metropolis Award” — Sold for $1,250

”Superman of Metropolis Award” signed by Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, as well as by the first actor to portray the Man of Steel in cinema, Kirk Alyn. Printed by National Periodical Publications in 1972, this award was given out by the City of Metropolis, Illinois, but is here unusually signed by Siegel, Shuster and Alyn in blue ballpoint, black ballpoint and black felt-tip respectively. Paper award measures 10.625” x 13.75”, with awardee left blank. Near fine condition. Sold for $1,250.

Thanks for stopping by to learn about some of the Superman memorabilia we’ve sold. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or would like to sell your Superman memorabilia.

FAQs

How do I consign or sell my Superman memorabilia?
It’s never been easier to sell your Superman memorabilia at Nate D. Sanders Auctions. Email a description and photos of your item to [email protected] and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can with a free appraisal.

This sounds great and I’d like to move forward. What’s the consignment process like at Nate D. Sanders Auctions?
We’ll send you more information about our auction house along with an agreement to review. Your item will appear in our next auction. Unlike many auction houses, we hold monthly auctions and pay you within an industry-leading 45 days following the auction.

What factors determine the value of Superman memorabilia?
The value of your memorabilia can vary based on condition, subject matter or provenance.