Tales of Suspense #78 (Marvel, 1966) — CGC 7.0 FN/VF (Cream to Off White Pages) - "Them"

Nick Fury • Ultimo • Mandarin • Jack Kirby Cover & Art Silver Age Captain America & Iron Man Split Issue

A sharp CGC 7.0 FN/VF copy of Tales of Suspense #78, published in June 1966, featuring dual storylines starring Iron Man and Captain America, along with key appearances from Nick Fury, Ultimo, and the Mandarin. With a bold Jack Kirby cover and interior art, this issue is a standout mid‑grade Silver Age Marvel.

Key Features

• Grade: CGC 7.0 FN/VF
• Page Quality: Cream to off‑white
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Year: 1966
• Cover & Art: Jack Kirby (pencils) with classic mid‑’60s Marvel dynamism
• Characters Featured:
• Iron Man
• Captain America
• Nick Fury
• Ultimo
• Mandarin

Issue Significance

This issue continues the escalating conflict between Iron Man and the Mandarin while also advancing the Ultimo storyline — one of Iron Man’s most visually striking early villains. The Captain America feature includes a Nick Fury appearance, tying Cap’s adventures into the broader S.H.I.E.L.D. mythos.

Visual Appeal (CGC 7.0)

This FN/VF slab presents with:

• Strong Kirby cover colors
• Clean surfaces and solid gloss
• Sharp edges and attractive structure for the grade
• Excellent display value in the case

Why Collectors Want This Issue

• Classic Kirby cover and interior art
• Features Nick Fury, Ultimo, and the Mandarin
• Strong mid‑grade example from a highly collected era
• Ideal for Iron Man, Cap, and S.H.I.E.L.D. collectors
• Increasingly desirable as early Iron Man villain issues gain traction

Ideal For

• Iron Man and Mandarin collectors
• Captain America and Nick Fury fans
• Silver Age Marvel enthusiasts
• CGC run builders seeking strong mid‑grade slabs

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