Tales of Suspense #41 CGC 8.5 VF+

Publisher: Marvel Comics – May 1963

Grade: CGC 8.5 VF+ – Off-White to White Pages – A beautifully preserved early Silver Age Iron Man appearance with strong colors and minimal handling wear.

✅ Creative Team

• Writer: Robert Bernstein
• Pencils: Jack Kirby
• Inks: Dick Ayers
• Colors: Stan Goldberg
• Lettering: Art Simek
• Cover Art: Jack Kirby & Sol Brodsky

📖 Story Highlights

“The Stronghold of Doctor Strange!” – Tony Stark dons the Iron Man armor to face the evil scientist Doctor Strange—not to be confused with the later Sorcerer Supreme! This early adventure finds Iron Man captured and forced to create weapons for evil, testing his resolve and cunning.

Bonus Story: “The Sorcerer!” – A classic pre-hero Marvel mystery tale involving illusion, deceit, and the unexpected twist that made early Marvel anthologies so beloved.

✨ Why This Issue Matters

• Fourth-ever appearance of Iron Man
• First appearance of the villainous Doctor Strange (unrelated to Stephen Strange)
• Features Iron Man's early bulky golden armor and Cold War themes

📊 Collector Notes

• High-grade copies from the early Tales of Suspense run are scarce
• Sought after by Iron Man and Silver Age Marvel collectors alike
• Estimated FMV for CGC 8.5 hovers around $1,200–$1,500

🎯 Add to Your Collection

This vintage Marvel gem from 1963 delivers early Iron Man action, Cold War tension, and pre-hero Marvel mystery all in one slab. A standout in any Silver Age collection and a smart investment for fans of the Armored Avenger.