Tales of Suspense ##89
Marvel Comics • Tales of Suspense Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Gene Colan
Cover Artist
Gene Colan
Publication Date
May 1967
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Iron Man battling The Melter in a classic Silver Age showdown, alongside the ongoing Captain America feature story.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate to heavy spine wear with multiple spine stress ticks and color breaking creases, corner rounding and blunting, mild tanning/yellowing of the newsprint cover margins, minor surface scuffing, and edge wear. The bag and board may be obscuring additional minor edge flaws.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $35 - $60 depending on internal page quality. Graded CGC 4.0 value estimated around $80 - $120.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Tales of Suspense #89 in VG condition range from $75 to $110 depending on the platform and exact certified grade.
Grading Recommendation
Professional grading (CGC/CBCS) may be worthwhile if the interior pages are cream to off-white or better, as a certified 4.0 can command a modest premium over raw cost after grading fees.
Notable Features
Silver Age classic Marvel issue featuring Iron Man and Captain America split-book format, featuring the villain The Melter.
Authentication Notes
Appears consistent with genuine 1967 Marvel printing standards, including proper 12-cent cover price, Comics Code Authority seal, and newsprint paper stock.