The Mighty Thor ##311
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Doug Moench
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
September 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (20p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story 'Crisis in the Inner City!' features Thor intervening in a riot and dealing with urban social tensions. It continues the Doug Moench run and focuses on Thor's civilian life as Donald Blake while dealing with street-level threats and his own godhood.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some white showing, minor corner blunting on the bottom right, and slight edge wear along the top. Colors remain vibrant and the cover gloss is healthy.
Estimated Market Value
$10.00 - $25.00 (Raw); $60.00 - $90.00 (CGC 9.0+)
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for UK variants of this era typically fall in the $5-$15 range depending on the buyer. Graded 9.4 examples have sold for roughly $50-$70.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental, as the cost of grading exceeds the current market value for this specific issue. A press and clean could improve it to 8.5/9.0.
Notable Features
UK Price Variant (20p) instead of the US 50 cent price. Features the iconic Spider-Man head in the UPC corner box, which was standard for direct market/newsstand filler during this era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel bronze age stock. No signs of restoration. Staple placement is original and paper shows natural off-white aging consistent with the period.