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Condition Profile
MARVEL COMICS · 6/86 · DIRECT EDITION
UNIT ECA-002229
IRON MAN #207
Tony Stark back in the armor during the mid-1980s O'Neil/McDonnell run
// Unit specification
| Publisher | Cover date | Era | Variant | Key attribute | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marvel Comics | June 1986 | Copper | Direct Edition | — | AVAILABLE |
// Copies in archive
| Unit | Grade | Variant | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECA-002229 | ~9.2 | Direct Edition | AVAILABLE |
// Run position
// Condition analysis
Cover shows sharp corners, strong glossy surface, and bright unbroken colors with no visible spine ticks or stress lines. The book is protected in a plastic sleeve which slightly obscures fine detail assessment near the top edge. No creases, tears, or discoloration are visible; interior and back cover were not assessed.
// Valuation — market reference
| Bracket | Grade | Est. market value | Marker |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOW_RAW | 0.5 – 1.5 | $3 | |
| MID_RAW | 4.0 – 6.0 | $9 | |
| HIGH_CERT | 9.8 SLAB | $120 |
// Archive commentary
Iron Man #207 arrived in June 1986 as part of the Dennis O'Neil-scripted run that followed Tony Stark's return to the armor after the extended James Rhodes stint as Iron Man beginning with issue #200. Luke McDonnell handled pencils for much of this stretch, giving the series a moodier, more grounded visual tone than the Bob Layton years that preceded it. The issue is a mid-arc chapter rather than a landmark single issue, reflecting Marvel's steady mid-1980s output for its flagship armored hero title rather than any origin, first appearance, or major character milestone.
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