DC Comics – Action Comics #496 (June 1979)
Lot 1539 in KW Consignment shop. Sold by KW Consignment Inc. in Waterloo, ON.
- Price
- $7.00
- Condition
- Condition unknown
- Delivery
- Pickup only for this lot
- Pickup
- Waterloo, ON
- Filed under
- Media > Books
- Finds
- Die-cast, toys and collectibles
- Retail
- $7.00
Description
### DC Comics – Action Comics #496 (June 1979)
Starring Superman | “Death Out of a Bottle!”
A Bronze Age Superman classic, _Action Comics #496_ features the dramatic story “Death Out of a Bottle!”, where the Man of Steel faces a terrifying threat from the bottled city of Kandor. When Superman accidentally unleashes a deadly super-disease upon Earth, the world turns against its greatest hero — a chilling tale that explores guilt, isolation, and redemption.
This issue showcases striking late-’70s artwork and storytelling from Cary Bates and Curt Swan, capturing the era’s shift toward more psychological, socially aware themes in superhero comics. A must-have for fans of vintage _Action Comics_ and collectors of Superman’s Bronze Age adventures.
This copy is in Fine (FN) condition — some cover wear, light creases, and mild corner softening consistent with age. Bright colors and clean interior pages. Bagged and boarded for preservation.
Details:
- Material: Comic book (bagged and boarded)
- Publisher: DC Comics
- Series: _Action Comics_
- Issue: #496
- Release Date: June 1979
- Writer: Cary Bates
- Artist: Curt Swan
- Cover Price: 40¢
- Features: Superman story “Death Out of a Bottle!”; Bronze Age issue
- Dimensions: Approx. 6.6” × 10.25”
- Weight: 1 lb
- Condition: Fine (FN)
- HS Code: 4902.99.0000
- Country of Origin: United States
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