THE MIGHTY THOR ##285
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
July 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Celestials' storyline. Thor battles the Deviant known as Karkas. The story involves the Eternals and the ongoing mystery of the Fourth Host of the Celestials.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and multiple color-breaking 'ticks' along the left edge. The bottom-right corner shows significant blunting/wear. There is a diagonal pen mark through the barcode area. General cover scuffing and edge wear are present.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (5.0): $25 - $40 (Values reflect UK price variant market)
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade UK price variants of this issue range from $4 to $12. US 35c/40c versions in this condition sell similarly, though high-grade US copies command higher premiums.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS submission would exceed the final market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Includes appearance of Karkas. UK Price Variant (12p instead of 40c). Features a barcode with a strike-through mark, common in some regional distributions.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s Marvel pence variant. Paper stock shows age-appropriate oxidation (tanning on top edge). Print registration and ink density are consistent with Bronze Age Marvel manufacturing.