Journey Into Mystery With The Mighty Thor ##121
Marvel Comics • Journey Into Mystery Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby
Publication Date
October 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor battles the Absorbing Man (Crusher Creel) after Loki powers him up. The story continues the rivalry between the step-brothers and features a 'Tales of Asgard' backup story regarding the origins of the Warriors Three.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Significant spine wear with numerous color-breaking stress lines and potential partial split; heavy blunting and creasing on all four corners; visible purple ink stamp (Pawn Shop) on the central character's chest; overall minor staining and foxing on the white gutters; general surface wear and edge chipping.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50 | Potential CGC 2.0: $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for mid-grade (6.0) raw copies range from $120-$150. Low-grade copies (2.0-3.0) consistently sell in the $35-$55 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS submission would likely exceed the market value of the book in this condition, especially given the significant 'Pawn Shop' stamp on the cover art which many collectors view as damage.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Absorbing Man (his second appearance overall). First appearance of the 'Marvel Pop Art Productions' logo on the cover. Iconic Jack Kirby cover art and pencils.
Authentication Notes
Authentic silver age 12-cent Marvel comic. The paper oxidation (yellowing) and ink absorption of the pawn shop stamp are consistent with the age of the newsprint used in 1965.