The Mighty Thor ##261
Marvel Comics • Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Walt Simonson and Tony DeZuniga
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott
Publication Date
July 1977
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition with UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story title: 'The Vigil!' Thor, the Warriors Three, and Sif battle the Doomsday Star and the mechanical robotic forces within. This issue continues the cosmic quest storyline involving the Recorder.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant color-breaking crease on the bottom right corner; visible wear on top edge including a small chip/tear above the 'Thor' logo; corner blunting; possible rounding of corners.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (4.0): $25 - $35
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range from $4 to $12. High-grade (9.8) copies sell for significantly more ($150+), but mid-to-low grade copies are common dollar-bin items.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition. It is a 'reader copy' rather than an investment-grade specimen.
Notable Features
Includes a letters page with correspondence from fans. Cover art by legendary creator Jack Kirby. Features The Warriors Three and Lady Sif.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays authentic 1970s newsprint aging. The 30-cent price point and UPC code placement are consistent with Marvel's 1977 production standards.