Iron Man #1 (1998) — Comic Book Value
Iron ManWhat Iron Man #1 (1998) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Iron Man #1 (1998) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 3.0× raw.
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Which version do you have?
If you just want the item, buy the Red & Gold for $20. Premium versions like the Villalobos Virgin ($66) or Standard ($405) offer significant differences in artistic presentation or condition. Collectors prioritizing rarity or artistic merit should pay more for these specific editions. Casual buyers looking for the most affordable entry point should stick to the lower-priced variants like Talavera Virgin or Ross.
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Iron Man #1 (1998) comic value
An ungraded copy of Iron Man #1 (1998) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Iron Man #1 (1998)?
- An ungraded copy of Iron Man #1 (1998) can be found starting around $6.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy worth compared to an ungraded one?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $14, which is $8 more than the ungraded starting price.
- Does the grade significantly impact the resale value of this series?
- Yes, the grade impacts value; for example, Grade 6.0 is priced at $12, compared to the ungraded starting price.