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Marvel · Silver Age · 1963
Tales of Suspense #39
Marvel · 1963
Noted for: Iron Man
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The Tales of Suspense #39 in context
Why collectors care
Tales of Suspense #39 (1963) is the first appearance and origin of Iron Man, a premier Silver Age Marvel key whose demand tracks the character's screen dominance.
How to identify it
A 1963 first printing at 12 cents, not the facsimile. Confirm the indicia; this is the golden-armor debut.
Common mistakes
The facsimile edition is frequently mislabeled as the original. Restoration is common on this key.
Grade considerations
High-grade copies are genuinely scarce and command large premiums. Page quality and spine condition drive value at the high end.
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