The Mighty Thor ##312
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Joe Sinnott
Publication Date
October 1981
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor battles Tyr, the God of War, who seeks to prove his superiority over the God of Thunder. The issue also includes a 'Tales of Asgard' backup story titled 'Battle for Valhalla!'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy wear including significant color-breaking spine stress, blunted and rounded corners, a noticeable vertical crease/fold running throughout the right side of the cover, edge wear, and visible staining/soiling on the white borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (4.0): $20 - $30 (Grading costs likely exceed value).
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (9.8) sell for roughly $100-$150. Low to mid-grade raw copies typically sell for under $10 in bulk lots or dollar bins.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS services would exceed the market value of the book in this condition. Best suited for a reader's copy or personal collection.
Notable Features
Features Tyr (God of War) as the primary antagonist. Contains a backup story featuring the Warriors Three and Odin. This is the Direct Edition characterized by the UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1981 newsstand-era printing based on the 50-cent price point, paper aging, and standard Marvel Comics Group trade dress of the early 80s.