Ms. Marvel ##3
Marvel Comics • Ms. Marvel Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Buscema / Joe Sinnott
Cover Artist
John Buscema / Joe Sinnott
Publication Date
March 1977
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Ms. Marvel (Carol Danvers) battles the Doomsday Man. The story continues Carol Danvers' struggle with her dual identity and her role as a magazine editor at Woman Magazine. Features appearances by J. Jonah Jameson and Mary Jane Watson.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; bottom left corner rounding and blunting; minor edge wear on the right side; slight surface scuffing and color fading near the top edge; visible vertical subscription-style crease or stress line near the spine; typical 'Marvel chipping' potential on the right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (UK Variant): $30 - $55; Graded (6.0): $75 - $110. Note: UK Price Variants typically trade at a slight discount to US Cents versions except to specialized collectors.
Recent Sales
US Cents versions in Mid-Grade (6.0-7.0) have recently sold for $45-$65. UK 12p variants in similar condition generally see lower volume with realized prices around £25-£40.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for professional grading at this level unless for personal preservation. Fees for grading and shipping would likely exceed the immediate value gain for a 6.0 UK Variant. A professional press could potentially raise it to a 7.0-7.5.
Notable Features
Early Ms. Marvel solo series appearance. This is the 12p UK Price Variant, which was distributed in the United Kingdom during the same time as the US 30c edition. Includes a barcode (rare for this era, typical of early Marvel UK distribution/Direct prototypes).
Authentication Notes
Authentic period-correct Bronze Age paper stock. The 12p price box and 'Marvel All-Colour Comics' banner are consistent with 1977 UK distribution standards. No signs of reproduction or tampering visible.