The Invincible Iron Man ##8
Marvel Comics • The Invincible Iron Man Vol. 3
Writer
Kurt Busiek
Interior Artist
Sean Chen
Cover Artist
Whilce Portacio
Publication Date
June 1997
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the Heroes Return era, featuring Iron Man dealing with technological threats and corporate intrigue during the late 90s soft reboot.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting on the top left corner, clean covers with good gloss and no major creasing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $25 - $40
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for 9.0-9.4 raw copies range between $3 and $10 depending on platform and shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading unless part of a complete run, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the market value of the slab.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with barcode box reading '00811', part of the acclaimed Busiek/Chen run.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel publication paper stock, correct dot matrix coloring and staple placement, genuine copy with no signs of counterfeiting.