The Mighty Thor ##310
Marvel Comics • Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
August 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The storyline is titled 'The Maelstrom to Mephisto!'. Thor travels to the realm of Mephisto (hell) to confront the demon lord. It features a guest appearance by Mephisto and high-stakes supernatural action typical of early 80s Marvel.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks, minor corner blunting, and slight shelf wear along the right edge. Possible light tanning on the interior pages.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded 6.0: $35.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Ungraded UK variants typically sell for £5-£10 in the UK and approximately $10-$15 in the US. Standard Direct/Newsstand editions in Mid-Grade sell for $5.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping) would exceed the market value of a 6.0 copy. Only recommended for personal sentiment.
Notable Features
UK Price variant (20p cover price). Mephisto appearance. Iconic Spider-Man 'mask' UPC box placeholder.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel Bronze Age publication. Note the '20p' price tag indicates distribution for the UK market. Correct paper stock and Pollard art signature in the lower left bubble.