Ant-Man first appeared in Tales to Astonish #35, published by Marvel in 1962. That places it in the Silver Age.
Why this issue matters
Hank Pym's first outing as Ant-Man came after his earlier appearance as a scientist, establishing the shrinking hero who'd later found the Avengers.
Key facts
Tales to Astonish #35
- Character: Ant-Man (Hank Pym)
- Publisher: Marvel
- Cover year: 1962
- Era: Silver Age
Before you buy or sell one
- Check it is a first print, not a facsimile or reprint. Newsstand and direct editions are priced differently too.
- Condition decides most of the value. Whether grading is worth it depends on the copy.
Other first appearances from 1962
- Thor Journey into Mystery #83, 1962
- Hulk Incredible Hulk #1, 1962
- Doctor Doom Fantastic Four #5, 1962
- Loki Journey into Mystery #85, 1962
More Marvel firsts from the Silver Age
- Kang the Conqueror Avengers #8, 1964
- Ultron Avengers #55, 1968
- Sandman Amazing Spider-Man #4, 1963
- Lizard Amazing Spider-Man #6, 1963
- Electro Amazing Spider-Man #9, 1964
- Mysterio Amazing Spider-Man #13, 1964
- Scorpion Amazing Spider-Man #20, 1965
- Rhino Amazing Spider-Man #41, 1966
Got a copy?
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