Iron Man ##215
Marvel Comics • Iron Man Vol. 1
Writer
Danny Fingeroth
Interior Artist
Mark Bright
Cover Artist
Mark Bright and Bob Layton
Publication Date
February 1987
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Tony Stark versus the AIM scientist-supreme. This issue begins the 'New Era of Greatness' arc and features Iron Man in his Silver Centurion armor alongside a classic red-and-gold armor appearance in the artwork.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine+ (CGC 8.5)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress with small color-breaking ticks visible. Slight blunting on the top-right corner. The cover gloss appears excellent with minimal surface wear. No major creases or staining visible through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded 9.8: $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Ungraded copies consistently sell for under $10.00 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $70.00 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of grading (approx $30-$40) exceeds the value of a raw copy and the market for this specific issue is not highly liquid.
Notable Features
Marvel 25th Anniversary cover border. Features the iconic Silver Centurion armor. Captain America corner box art. Direct edition copy (indicated by the graphic in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper age Marvel printing. Standard newsprint interior with a semi-gloss cover. Staple alignment and ink density appear consistent with factory production from 1987.