SKU# OK133893E
2014 $100 Iconic Superman Comic Book
Covers: The Adventures of Superman #596
from 2001 – 14-karat Gold - Mintage: 2,000
A finely-detailed
recreation of the cover of The Adventures
of Superman #596!
Specifications
Composition – 14-karat gold
Finish – proof
Weight (g) – 12
Diameter – 27 mm
Edge - serrated
Certificate – serialized
(serial numbers will vary)
Face value - 100 dollars
(a legal tender Canadian coin)
Artists – DC Comics
(reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)
Description
The cover image of The Adventures of Superman #596, which
hit newsstands on September 12, 2001, featured that most iconic Superman image
- Clark Kent peeling away his shirt to reveal the symbol that is forever
synonymous with Superman.
Despite the cover image
(featured on the coin's reverse), the cover tagline states “This is NOT a job
for Superman.” This teaser for the story
titled “Shipbuilding” alludes to Superman's state of mind in The Adventures of Superman Vol. 1 #596. In the aftermath of the tragic Imperiex War, many question why Superman
appears unwilling to participate in the global recovery efforts. After Superman jumps into action to stop a
weather catastrophe then rescues a construction worker, he is confronted by
President Lex Luthor, who pointedly asks Superman why he doesn't take on all
the recovery efforts himself. In
response, Superman explains that he has come to the realization that he is not
here to do everything for mankind - otherwise, it would all mean nothing.
A great gift for collectors and
Superman fans.
Special features:
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A finely-detailed
recreation of the cover of The Adventures of Superman #596, showcasing the
iconic S-shield emblem that is synonymous with Superman.
·
A celebration of the
iconic art that has graced the covers of Superman comic books throughout all
eras of Superman's tenure, from 1938 to the present.
·
Different finishes and
expert engraving bring the dynamic movement of the reverse image to life,
creating the impression that the S-shield is projecting from the coin.
·
Advanced engraving
techniques are used to frame the image within a series of concentric circles to
create added depth and motion to the design.
·
Limited mintage for this
14-karat gold coin of only 2,000.
·
A great gift for
collectors and Superman fans.
Design:
The reverse image taken
from the cover of The Adventures of Superman #596 features perhaps one of the
most iconic and enduring images associated with Superman: that of the famous
S-shield. A partially obstructed view of
Clark Kent allows the focus to remain on his chest as he rips back his shirt to
reveal the emblematic S-shield. Color is used to add depth to the image. The overlapping of Clark Kent's tie and
buttons past the inner image, which is created by a series of concentric
circles, further adds to the design's dynamic movement and helps create the
illusion that the emblem is emerging from the coin.
Did you know…
·
Superman's nemesis, Lex
Luthor, ran for President of the United States in the 2000 election. He won but his term didn't last long before
he was impeached!
·
The S-shield on the
cover of The Adventures of Superman #596
was noticeably different, replacing the yellow background with a black one. It became a symbol of remembrance for those
lost in the Imperiex War, which was
chronicled in preceding issues.
Since his first
appearance in 1938, millions of readers and movie-goers have been captivated by
the adventures of Clark Kent and his secret identity as Superman. Safe from the destruction of his home planet
Krypton, the infant space traveler was discovered near Smallville, Kansas, by
Jonathan and Martha Kent, who raised him as their son. They instilled in him the strong values and
beliefs that compel him to use his superhuman abilities for the greater good. As an adult living in the big city of
Metropolis, Clark keeps his powers a secret thanks to his persona as a
mild-mannered reporter; but as Superman, he becomes a powerful symbol of valor,
strength, and justice while battling some of the greatest villains of all time.
Packaging:
Each coin is
encapsulated and presented in a premium graphic case with a beauty box, as
shown in photos.
Shipping & Handling
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Additional Information
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