Journey Into Mystery Special Featuring the Mighty Thor ##1
Marvel Comics • Journey Into Mystery Annual (Thor Annual #1)
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby & Vince Colletta
Publication Date
1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of Hercules and the Greek Gods (Zeus). Thor travels to Olympus and battles Hercules. Also includes reprints of the first appearances of Loki, Radio-Active Man, and others.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate to heavy creasing across the cover, particularly on the right side and bottom; significant spine stress with color breaking; blunted corners; visible dirt/soiling on white background; top right corner chip/crease.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $250 - $450 | CGC 4.0: $450 - $550
Recent Sales
CGC 4.0 copies have recently sold between $475 and $525. Mid-grade raw copies command a premium due to the first appearance of Hercules.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, worth grading due to status as a key Silver Age issue. A professional press and clean could potentially raise the visual appeal and secure a solid 4.0-4.5 grade, ensuring the value remains stable.
Notable Features
First full appearance of Hercules; first appearance of Zeus and Olympus; Jack Kirby cover art; Silver Age Key.
Authentication Notes
Age-appropriate paper oxidation (creamy/off-white); 25-cent price point matches 1965 annual sizing; staple placement is consistent with square-bound annuals of the era.