The Mighty Thor ##313
Marvel Comics • Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
November 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (20p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor stands trial in Asgard before Odin and the Gods for his interference on Earth. Meanwhile, a monster known as the Menace of the Monster-Man (Man-Beast) rampages through New York City. Features appearances by Iron Man and Jane Foster.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Some minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight surface wear and minor indentation near the top edge. The paper shows slight yellowing consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10; Graded (CGC 7.0): $35-$45
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-high grade copies range from $4 to $12. Prices for UK variants are generally similar to US cents copies unless in high census grades.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for sentimental reasons. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would likely exceed the market value of the book in this condition grade.
Notable Features
Includes the 20p UK price variant. Features a Spider-Man head in the UPC/corner box. Mid-period Doug Moench run.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1981 Marvel production. Paper stock is standard newsprint showing expected oxidation. Cover gloss is moderate. Printing registration on the 'Columbia Racer' ad banner is sharp.