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Tales to Astonish (1959) No. 13

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Groot

Issue Details

Tales to Astonish (1959) No. 13 cover

Publisher: Marvel

Cover Date: November 1960

Cover Price: $0.10

Writer: Larry Lieber

Penciller: Don Heck

Cover Artist: Jack Kirby

First Appearance: Groot

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Tales to Astonish (1959) #13 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$15,500.00
8.0Very Fine$10,850.00
6.0Fine$4,650.00
4.0Very Good$2,325.00
2.0Good$1,550.00

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Tales to Astonish (1959) #13 Value FAQ

How much is Tales to Astonish (1959) #13 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $15,500.00; lower grades range from ~$1,550.00 (Good) to ~$10,850.00 (Very Fine).

Is Tales to Astonish (1959) #13 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Groot.

Who created Tales to Astonish (1959) #13?

Tales to Astonish (1959) #13 was written by Larry Lieber, pencilled by Don Heck, with a cover by Jack Kirby.

When was Tales to Astonish (1959) #13 published?

Marvel published it with a November 1960 cover date, originally priced at $0.10.

What is a high-grade copy of Tales to Astonish (1959) #13 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $15,500.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.