The Mighty Thor ##301
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Gruenwald and Ralph Macchio
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
November 1980
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (15p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor battles various mythological deities. This issue continues the 'Celestial Saga' arc involving the Celestials and the Eternals.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, significant corner rounding on top-left and top-right, minor surface scuffing, and apparent page tanning visible at edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.6+): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $10; high-grade US editions reach higher, but UK variants have a niche market.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to common condition flaws and low market demand for this specific issue compared to grading costs.
Notable Features
Features the 15p UK Price Variant markings. This issue follows the landmark issue #300 and concludes major plot threads for the Year of the Gods storyline.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel UK price variant. Distinctive 15p price box and missing barcode (Spiderman head in UPC box) are consistent with regional distribution for that era.