Journey into Mystery with the Mighty Thor ##107
Marvel Comics • Journey into Mystery Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby
Publication Date
August 1964
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Featured story: 'When the Grey Gargoyle Strikes!' Thor battles Paul Duval, a French chemist who gained the power to turn anything he touches to stone after an accident. Includes the 'Tales of Asgard' backup story 'Gullin, the Bursting Boar!'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Significant spine stress with color-breaking creases, heavy corner blunting, large bottom right corner crease, visible soiling and tanning on the cover, edge wear, and potential micro-tears along the spine and right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $100 - $150; Graded 3.0: $175 - $225
Recent Sales
CGC 3.0 copies have recently sold in the $180-$210 range. Lower grade raw copies (2.0-3.0) consistently sell between $100 and $130.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of grading plus shipping would consume most of the potential value increase at this grade level. A professional clean and press might marginally improve the appearance but likely won't move it past a 3.5 due to structural creases.
Notable Features
First appearance and origin of the Grey Gargoyle (Paul Duval). Iconic Jack Kirby cover and interior art. 12-cent cover price Silver Age key.
Authentication Notes
Authenticity appears genuine based on the specific 12-cent price marking, Indicia placement, and standard aging patterns (yellowing) consistent with 1964 newsprint stock. Ink registration on the reds and yellows is typical for the era.