The Mighty Thor #303
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Rick Leonardi; Chic Stone
Cover Artist
Joe Sinnott; Keith Pollard
Publication Date
January 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (15p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story 'Whatever Gods There Be...!' features Thor assisting a priest and dealing with themes of faith and divinity in a mortal setting. It is a standalone story during Doug Moench's run.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge. The corners appear relatively sharp with very slight blunting on the top left. The color vibrancy is high with minimal surface wear or rubbing. A small indent or light crease may be present near the bottom right quadrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.0-9.8): $40 - $110
Recent Sales
Recent sales for UK price variants of this era typically fetch a small premium over US cents copies for collectors of world variants, though Thor #303 generally sells within the $10 range for raw mid-to-high grade copies.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for grading unless the submitter believes it is a 9.8 (Near Mint/Mint), as the cost of grading exceeds the market value for this specific non-key issue. A press and clean could potentially raise it to a higher grade tier.
Notable Features
Features a 15p UK price variant. This is not a key issue, but it is notable for the early 80s artwork and the Spider-Man head corner box logo. Direct edition/UK variant indicated by the lack of a barcode.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic. The paper quality and color registration are consistent with Marvel's 1981 production standards for the UK market. The 15p price is printed, not stamped, confirming it as a manufactured variant for overseas distribution.