The Mighty Thor ##323
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Alan Kupperberg
Cover Artist
Ed Hannigan and Vince Colletta
Publication Date
September 1982
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor fights to save the people of a small village who have been turned to stone. Key characters include Thor, Sif, and the Warriors Three. The story titled '-And the Stones Shall Speak!' features the antagonist Zaniac.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress with small white ticks along the spine. Slight corner rounding on the bottom right. Light surface wear on the yellow background. The Marvel Comics Group banner shows slight misalignment common for the era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 / Graded 9.0+: $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-high grade copies range from $4 to $12. Graded 9.6 copies sporadically sell for $60-$80.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of this specific bronze age issue unless it is a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Direct Edition (Spider-man head in the UPC box). Features the villain Zaniac. Yellow cover background makes wear more visible.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the characteristic newsprint paper aging (visible at the edges) and the specific 60-cent price point consistent with Marvel's 1982 distribution.