Iron Man ##7
Marvel Comics • Iron Man Vol. 3
Writer
Kurt Busiek
Interior Artist
Sean Chen
Cover Artist
Sean Chen
Publication Date
August 1998
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Live Kree or Die!' crossover event. Iron Man, Warbird (Ms. Marvel), and the Avengers deal with a Kree threat involving Supreme Intelligence and ancient cosmic technology.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor corner blunting at the top right, slight spine roll, minor spine stress lines near the staples, and light surface wear on the front cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $5.00 | Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): Not economically viable due to low market value
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this issue typically sell in the $2 to $5 range depending on platform and condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) as the grading and shipping costs would far exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Part 1 of 4 of the 'Live Kree or Die!' crossover storyline crossing through multiple Marvel titles in 1998. Features a Direct Edition barcode box.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1990s Marvel newsprint/glossy stock paper, correct cover gloss, UPC barcode box for Direct Edition, and standard coloring and registration consistent with the era.