THE MIGHTY THOR ##287
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
September 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Celestials' and 'Eternals' crossover storyline. Thor travels to Olympia to prevent a war between the Gods and the Eternals. This issue features appearances by The Forgotten One (Gilgamesh), Ikaris, and Thena. Story title: 'Assault on Olympia!'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks, minor color-breaking creases along the left edge, corner blunting on the top right and bottom right, and moderate edge wear. The cover shows some surface scuffing and slight yellowing/tanning consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (UK Variant): $8 - $15; Graded (CGC 6.0): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of this issue range from $5 to $12. The UK 12p price variant generally carries a slight premium for specialized collectors but has lower overall volume.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC submission (approx. $25-$40) would exceed the market value of the comic in this mid-grade condition. Best kept in a fresh bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features the 12p UK Price Variant cover, identifiable by the price box in the top left corner instead of the US cents price. Part of the significant Roy Thomas run that integrated Jack Kirby's Eternals into the Marvel Universe.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s Marvel UK distribution copy. Features period-accurate newsprint paper, standard staple placement, and the specific 12p price strike used for British exports. No signs of restoration visible from the cover image.