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Superboy Vol. 1 (1949) Issue #112
Superboy Vol. 1 (1949) Issue #112
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Superboy Vol 1 #112 – Superboy’s Secret Identity Games!
Superboy Vol 1 #112 (April 1964), by Otto Binder and Jerry Siegel with George Papp’s art, is a fun Silver Age issue with three stories. In “The Boy Who Replaced Clark Kent!,” Superboy bets Lana Lang she can’t keep his identity secret for 48 hours. Posing as “Hank Harris,” he tells Lana and her father he’s Superboy, testing her loyalty. Lana passes, earning an autograph in Kryptonese reading “Clark Kent,” which she can’t decipher, thwarting museum thieves along the way. In “The Kids Who Stole Superboy’s Powers!,” four evil Nyarrian youths lure Superboy into a Kryptonite trap, each stealing one of his powers. Superboy tricks them into restoring his abilities, saving an aquatic world. In “Superbaby’s Super-Pranks!,” Superbaby aids Jonathan and Martha Kent, posing as butler and maid for Carl Grimm’s job interview, adding chaotic super-pranks to impress the employer.
Highlights
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Lana’s identity test and Kryptonese autograph trick.
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Nyarrian youths’ power theft and Superboy’s clever reversal.
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Superbaby’s mischievous job interview antics.
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Smallville’s cozy yet adventurous vibe.
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Museum heist and aquatic world rescues.
Value & Trends
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Current: $25–$60 (VG/FN), $120–$250 (VF) on eBay/MyComicShop, driven by Silver Age demand and multi-story format.
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Trends: Superboy’s legacy and Superman (2025) film buzz could drive 10–15% price hikes in 6–12 months. High-grade copies may hit $300–$500 in 2–3 years if Lana or Superbaby gain media focus. Comic-Con 2025 news could boost demand.
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Market: Silver Age DC’s high-sales, whimsical runs fuel collector interest.
Key Characters
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Superboy/Superbaby/Hank Harris: Versatile hero.
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Lana Lang: Loyal secret-keeper.
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Jonathan Kent, Martha Kent: Supportive parents.
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Nyarrian Youths (Aldunn, Benka, Dyen): Power-stealing foes.
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Carl Grimm, Lewis Lang: Key allies.
Why Buy?
This issue’s playful identity ruse, alien power heist, and Superbaby pranks, with Papp’s charming art, make it a Silver Age gem. Affordable and varied, it’s a must for Superboy fans. Grab it before DC’s cinematic surge spikes prices!
This issue’s playful identity ruse, alien power heist, and Superbaby pranks, with Papp’s charming art, make it a Silver Age gem. Affordable and varied, it’s a must for Superboy fans. Grab it before DC’s cinematic surge spikes prices!
Price: $25 (VG) to $250 (VF+). High grades offer strong future value.
