Tales of Suspense featuring Iron Man and Captain America ##79
Marvel Comics • Tales of Suspense Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Gene Colan (Iron Man), Jack Kirby (Captain America)
Cover Artist
Gene Colan (Pencils), Frank Giacoia (Inks)
Publication Date
July 1966
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features two stories: 'The Decision of Iron Man!' where Iron Man faces Namor the Sub-Mariner, and 'The Red Skull Lives!' where Captain America encounters his arch-nemesis, the Red Skull.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy tanning and yellowing on the edges of the cover. Minor spine stress and corner blunting on the top left. The black background shows some color rubbing and minor chipping along the edges. Gloss appears moderate to low due to age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $45; Graded (CGC 4.0): $75 - $95
Recent Sales
Solid mid-grade copies (5.0-6.0) sell for $60-$100. Low grades (2.0-4.0) consistently fall in the $25-$50 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal preservation. The estimated grade of 4.0-5.0 does not typically yield a profit after grading fees compared to raw sale value.
Notable Features
Early Silver Age appearance of Namor the Sub-Mariner in the Marvel Age. Iconic split-feature format common for the era. Features the 12-cent silver age price point.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on the 12-cent price tag, 'IND' distribution mark, and appropriate paper oxidation/tanning for a 1960s comic book.