THE INVINCIBLE IRON MAN ##54
Marvel Comics • Iron Man Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Everett (Script and Co-Plot) and Mike Friedrich (Dialogue)
Interior Artist
Bill Everett and George Tuska
Cover Artist
Gil Kane and Frank Giacoia
Publication Date
January 1973
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (standard for the era)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a battle between Iron Man and Namor, the Sub-Mariner. This issue continues the story of Madame Masque and includes an appearance by Sunfire.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Image shows moderate shelf wear, visible spine stress, corner rounding, and slight color fading. There is a visible crease across the bottom right quadrant. Due to image blur, interior page color (tanning) cannot be assessed.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 4.0): $50 - $65
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw mid-grade copies range from $20 to $40. High-grade (9.0+) copies fetch over $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in this condition as the cost of grading (approx. $30-$40 + shipping) would likely exceed the market value of the book. It is best kept as a 'reader' or raw collector copy.
Notable Features
Bronze Age Silver Age crossover era; Sub-Mariner appearance; Madam Masque storyline; Note: Visible price of 20 cents.
Authentication Notes
The wear patterns on the cover and the distinct Marvel 'stacked' box in the top left corner are consistent with original 1973 printings. No immediate indicators of a reprint or counterfeit based on low-resolution image.