The Mighty Thor #257
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby
Publication Date
March 1977
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor and the Warriors Three travel to the Doomsday Star to confront the Grey Gargoyle. The story involves the kidnapping of Sif and the Warriors Three attempting to rescue her. Key characters include Thor, Odin, Fandral, Hogun, Volstagg, and the Grey Gargoyle.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Heavy color-breaking spine stress, significant corner blunting at bottom right, heavy edge wear and chipping along the top and right margins. Visible creasing through the main Thor figure and several color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Significant surface wear and dulling of the original gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (3.0): $25 - $35
Recent Sales
Comparable low-grade raw copies frequently sell for under $10. High-grade (9.0+) copies fetch significantly more, but mid-to-low grade copies are common and inexpensive.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the actual market value of the comic in this condition. This is a reader copy.
Notable Features
Features cover art by legendary artist Jack Kirby. This is a 'Direct Edition' indicated by the strike-through lines on the UPC barcode box. Includes appearances by the Warriors Three.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the newsprint paper stock characteristics, the specific Marvel 'Direct Edition' barcode marking style of the late 70s, and standard ink saturation for the period.