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Tales of Suspense (1959) No. 39

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Iron Man (Tony Stark)

Issue Details

Tales of Suspense (1959) No. 39 cover

Publisher: Marvel

Cover Date: March 1963

Cover Price: $0.12

Writer: Stan Lee

Penciller: Steve Ditko

Cover Artist: Don Heck

First Appearance: Iron Man (Tony Stark)

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Tales of Suspense (1959) #39 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$45,000.00
8.0Very Fine$31,500.00
6.0Fine$13,500.00
4.0Very Good$6,750.00
2.0Good$4,500.00

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Tales of Suspense (1959) #39 Value FAQ

How much is Tales of Suspense (1959) #39 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $45,000.00; lower grades range from ~$4,500.00 (Good) to ~$31,500.00 (Very Fine).

Is Tales of Suspense (1959) #39 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Iron Man (Tony Stark).

Who created Tales of Suspense (1959) #39?

Tales of Suspense (1959) #39 was written by Stan Lee, pencilled by Steve Ditko, with a cover by Don Heck.

When was Tales of Suspense (1959) #39 published?

Marvel published it with a March 1963 cover date, originally priced at $0.12.

What is a high-grade copy of Tales of Suspense (1959) #39 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $45,000.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.