The Mighty Thor #298
Marvel Comics • Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Ralph Macchio
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
August 1980
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (15p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In 'The Ring of the Nibelung!', Thor continues his epic journey involving the Celestials and the Eternals. This issue features a battle against a massive dragon (Fafnir) and explores the mythology of the Ring of the Nibelung as retold in the Marvel Universe.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines visible on the left edge. Slight blunting of the top right corner. General light surface wear and minor edge wear. The black ink on the cover remains relatively deep but shows slight shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 USD / Graded: $40 - $60 USD
Recent Sales
Recent sales of raw copies range from $8 to $25 depending on condition. Graded 9.0+ copies typically fetch $70+, but lower mid-grades like this fluctuate between $35 and $55.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading plus shipping would likely exceed the market value of a 7.5 grade. A 'press and clean' might improve it to an 8.0, but still not highly profitable.
Notable Features
This is the UK Price Variant (15p) which was distributed in the United Kingdom alongside the US 40 cent version. It features a Spider-Man 'head' UPC corner box instead of a barcode, typical of direct market/variant distribution of the era.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the correct 'Marvel All-Colour Comics' banner used in 1980, age-appropriate paper oxidation on the edges, and the specific 15p price stamp for the UK market.