MARVEL PREMIERE FEATURING THE ASTONISHING ANT-MAN ##47
Marvel Comics / Marvel All-Colour Comics (UK Division) • Marvel Premiere Vol. 1
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
John Byrne
Cover Artist
Bob Layton
Publication Date
April 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A major key issue featuring the first appearance of Scott Lang as the new Ant-Man. To save his daughter Cassie, Scott steals the Ant-Man suit and equipment from Hank Pym's home to break into Cross Technological Enterprises.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (some color-breaking), slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor edge wear along the top right. Surface luster appears moderate with some potential 'Marvel chipping' on the right vertical edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (UK Variant): $60 - $90 USD; Graded 7.0: $120 - $160 USD (Note: UK variants can carry a slight premium for completionists but often have slightly lower volume than US versions).
Recent Sales
Recent sales for US versions in mid-high grade range from $150-$300; UK variants typically sell for 20-30% less unless in 9.8 condition.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While this is a major key issue (1st Scott Lang as Ant-Man), the condition appears to be in the 7.0-8.0 range. Grading is recommended only if a professional press can lift it to an 8.5+, otherwise, it is a high-value raw collector's item.
Notable Features
First appearance of Scott Lang as Ant-Man (formerly just Scott Lang). First appearance of Cassie Lang (Stature). Iconic cover art. UK 12p Price Variant which was distributed concurrently with the 40c US version.
Authentication Notes
Authentic bronze age printing. The '12p' price stamp and 'Marvel All-Colour Comics' header are consistent with authentic UK exports of this era. Print registration on the magnifying glass and logo appears correct for 1979 offset printing.