Iron Man and Sub-Mariner #1 (1968) Marvel Comics, Silver Age, 12¢ First Issue

A fantastic Silver Age Marvel key featuring the debut issue of the Iron Man and Sub-Mariner split series. This classic Gene Colan cover has excellent display appeal with bright colours, strong gloss and clean page quality, making it a great addition to any Marvel collection.

Key Facts

• First issue of the Iron Man and Sub-Mariner ongoing title.
• Classic Silver Age Marvel issue.
• Story by Stan Lee.
• Artwork by Gene Colan and Johnny Craig.
• Features Iron Man and Namor, the Sub-Mariner.

Characters Appearing

• Iron Man (Tony Stark)
• Namor, the Sub-Mariner
• Senator Byrd
• Mandarin (Iron Man story)

Story

Iron Man battles the Mandarin while continuing to struggle with the life-support demands of his armour. Alongside this is a Sub-Mariner adventure as Namor continues his quest against the surface world, making this an excellent early Marvel split-title issue.

Condition

My estimated raw grade is approximately 6.5 Fine+ based on CGC grading principles.

The comic retains excellent eye appeal with vibrant cover colours, solid gloss and a clean, attractive presentation. There is light spine wear, some handling and pressure marks, a vertical front cover crease/indent, light corner wear and general age-related wear consistent with the assigned grade. The back cover is clean overall with light age toning. Please study all photographs carefully to judge the condition for yourself.

I am not a professional grader. The grade stated is my honest assessment based on CGC grading principles. Please examine all photographs carefully and judge the condition for yourself.

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