The Mighty Thor ##314
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol.1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
December 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (20p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor battles Moondragon and Drax the Destroyer. Drax is possessed and begs Thor to destroy him. This issue occurs within a era where Drax's power levels and mental state were highly volatile before his modern 'Guardians of the Galaxy' reimagining.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color breaks, some cover surface scuffing particularly in the dark areas, blunting or rounding on the top-left and bottom-left corners, and mild yellowing visible on the top edge of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD / Graded (9.8): $100 - $130 USD. The 20p UK variant holds slightly more interest for niche collectors but generally follows domestic pricing for Bronze Age fillers.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Thor #314 in mid-high grade range from $8 to $12. High-grade slabbed copies (9.8) consistently sell in the $110 - $150 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading, shipping, and pressing would exceed the fair market value of a 6.0-7.0 copy. Only recommended for personal preservation if it holds sentimental value.
Notable Features
Features Drax the Destroyer and Moondragon. This is a 20p UK Price Variant, distinguished by the '20p' price box instead of the standard US cents price. Includes a promotional header for 'Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends' on NBC.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic to the 1981 production period. It features the standard newsstand-style UPC box (containing Spidey art for UK variants) and correct aged paper tone. No signs of restoration are visible in the image provided.