MARVEL PREMIERE ANT-MAN ##48
Marvel Comics • Marvel Premiere (Vol. 1)
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
John Byrne
Cover Artist
Bob Layton
Publication Date
June 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p Pence Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the origin and first appearance of Scott Lang as the new Ant-Man. Having stolen the suit to save Dr. Erica Sondheim (the only person who can save his daughter Cassie), Scott confronts Darren Cross, the mutated head of Cross Technological Enterprises.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting on the top-left and bottom-left corners; vertical 'subscription crease' or production line possibly on the left side; slight edge wear along the right side; minor surface scuffing in the yellow background area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $55; Potential Graded (CGC 6.0): $75 - $95. (Note: UK Price variants often command a slight niche premium or carry slightly lower liquidity depending on the collector).
Recent Sales
Recent sales for US editions in mid-grade (6.0-7.0) range from $40-$70. UK Pence copies typically sell at a 10-20% discount to US cents copies unless in high grade (9.4+).
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading at this tier. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading, shipping, and insurance would likely equal or exceed the total market value of the book in this condition (estimated 6.0). Better kept as a high-quality 'raw' reader or filler copy.
Notable Features
Significant Key Issue: Second appearance of Scott Lang (introduced in Avengers #181), first appearance of Scott Lang as Ant-Man, and early appearance of Cassie Lang. This is a UK Price Variant (12p), distinguishable by the '12p' price box instead of the US '40c' price box.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic. It features the standard Marvel UK distribution markings (12p price, 'Marvel All-Colour Comics' banner). The wear pattern on the corners and the staple placement are consistent with Bronze Age production standards.