Superboy

This Dutch-language edition features Superboy, the teenage Clark Kent of Smallville who begins using his Kryptonian powers to protect others before the world knows him as Superman.

Few characters carry the legacy weight of Superboy, who made his catalog debut in 1965 during the gleaming heart of the Silver Age, brought to life by the legendary Curt Swan — one of comics' most celebrated draftsmen. Published across a remarkable span stretching all the way to 2025, this is a character with genuine staying power, turning up across titles like Superman en Batman and Superman while sharing pages with icons like Clark Kent, Superman, Bruce Wayne, and Batman — serious company by any measure. With four key issues among his appearances, collectors have clearly taken notice, and his presence across Vanderhout's catalog speaks to an enduring appeal that crosses decades and, it seems, borders. If you're building a Silver Age collection with real depth, Superboy is absolutely worth a closer look.