The Mighty Thor ##141
Marvel Comics • Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby
Publication Date
June 1967
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor battles Replicus, a powerful android controlled by Chuggar. The story titled 'The People-Breeders' also features the 'Tales of Asgard' backup story 'The End of the Quest.'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color breaking ticks, significant blunting and wear on the bottom right corner, slight top edge wear, subscription crease or vertical indentation visible on the right side, and general surface wear/soiling on the purple background.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25 - $45; Graded (CGC 4.0): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Comparable Grade 4.0 - 5.0 copies have recently sold between $35 and $55. Higher grade (9.0+) copies fetch significantly more, often exceeding $300.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal preservation. The estimated grade of 4.0 (VG) results in a market value that would likely be offset by the costs of grading fees and shipping.
Notable Features
First appearance and death of Replicus. Art by the legendary team of Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta. 12-cent cover price. Silver Age issue.
Authentication Notes
The wear patterns, paper aging, and ink absorption into the newsstand-style paper stock are consistent with original 1967 Marvel production. Center staple is visible and appears original.