The Mighty Thor ##274
Marvel Comics • Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
August 1978
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor mourns the death of Balder the Brave. The story involves the machinations of Loki and the looming threat of Ragnarok. Key characters include Balder, Sif, and Odin.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks with slight color breaking, light blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor edge wear along the top periphery. General surface wear visible on the white border areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $20.00 | Graded (9.0+): $60.00 - $85.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-to-high grade raw copies range from $12 to $18. UK price variants typically carry a similar value to US editions but have a smaller collector niche.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the interior is pristine. The cost of CGC grading ($25+) plus shipping often exceeds the market value of a 7.0 UK price variant of this issue.
Notable Features
Notable for the UK '12p' price variant. Features the 'Death' of Balder the Brave. Iconic John Buscema cover art. Includes Marvel All-Colour Comics header used for international distribution.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic. The '12p' price marking and barcode placement are consistent with Marvel's 1978 UK distribution practices. Paper toning is consistent with newsprint of that era.