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Tales of Suspense #65 (1965)

High Value: $1,000

Minimum Value: $12

In Tales of Suspense #65, we see Tony Stark, aka Iron Man, dealing with the consequences of having a life-saving chestplate. The comic opens with a common burglar stealing Iron Man's armor, leaving Tony to don his old suit and clear Iron Man's good name. Meanwhile, Captain America and Bucky track down a mysterious person sabotaging American forces, only to discover it's the infamous Red Skull.

As the story progresses, we see Tony struggling with the fact that he can never have a normal life due to his superhero alter-ego. This reaches a climax when he accidentally leaves his suitcase with the Iron Man armor behind, leading to a thug stealing the armor and mastering it with hours of practice. Tony must fight his own creation as he contacts the impostor on a wavelength only he can hear, leading to an epic clash of the Iron Titans.

Meanwhile, Captain America and Bucky discover that the Red Skull is actually a man named Maxton, who was replaced with a Nazi look-a-like to sabotage American forces. With the real Maxton still missing, the two heroes must work to prevent the Red Skull from causing further damage.

Overall, Tales of Suspense #65 is an action-packed issue that showcases the burdens of having a superhero alter-ego while delivering a thrilling battle between Iron Man and his impostor, as well as a classic clash against the Red Skull. As always, Comics Into Cash is here to help appraise or purchase your comic book collection, ensuring top dollar value for your prized possessions.

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