The Mighty Thor ##294
Marvel Comics • Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
April 1980
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Celestial Saga.' This issue explores the origin of Odin as told by the Eye of Odin to Thor. It features the first full appearance of Buri (Odin's grandfather under the name Tiwaz) and details the early history of the Asgardians and their struggle against the Storm Giants.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of the upper-left and lower-right corners. Multiple spine stress lines (some possibly color-breaking). General edge wear along the right side and slight corner creasing on the bottom right. Minor surface scuffing visible on dark purple background areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.0+): $45 - $75
Recent Sales
Raw copies of this era and condition typically sell for under $10. UK variants often fetch a slight premium from specific collectors but generally track with US market values.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the final market value of the book in this condition. Pressing would improve the spine but not the color-breaking defects or corner damage.
Notable Features
Origin of Odin. UK 12p Price Variant. Spider-Man head in the UPC corner box indicates a Direct/Market distribution for the UK region. Part of the iconic Roy Thomas run.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the 12p UK price stamp (which was printed on the cover at the time of manufacture, not stamped later) and the characteristic paper aging and ink saturation typical of Marvel's 1980 production.