The Mighty Thor ##321
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Alan Kupperberg
Cover Artist
Alan Kupperberg
Publication Date
July 1982
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spiderman head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor battles 'The Menagerie,' a group of monstrous villains including the lizard-like Rumthursar. The story features Thor dealing with the madness of his foes and the machinations of the villains.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with fine color-breaking ticks; minor blunting on the upper and lower left corners; possible slight yellowing of white cover areas; typical manufacturing shelf wear for a Bronze Age comic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (CGC 9.8): $75 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales in mid-grade range from $4 to $10. High-grade 9.8 slabs have recently sold between $85 and $115 depending on the auction.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The fair market value remains close to the cost of grading fees. This issue is best kept in a bag and board as a reader or filler copy unless it is a personal favorite in pristine 9.8 condition.
Notable Features
Features the story 'Madness Is... The Menagerie!'. This is a Direct Edition copy distinguished by the Spider-Man logo in the UPC box. Not a major key issue, but part of Doug Moench's run on the title.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1980s Marvel newsprint and semi-gloss cover stock. Staple placement is central and consistent with production standards of 1982.