The Mighty Thor ##395
Marvel Comics • The Mighty Thor Vol. 1
Writer
Tom DeFalco
Interior Artist
Ron Frenz
Cover Artist
Ron Frenz
Publication Date
September 1988
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Thor battles alongside Earth Force. The story centers on the Egyptian god Seth's plot to conquer the realms. This issue features the first full appearance of the Earth Force team (Skyhawk, Windwarrior, and Solar Wind).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible light spine stress marks; minor blunting on the top-right corner; slight color-breaking crease near the bottom left barcode area; overall clean gloss with slight vertical bowing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $3 to $12 depending on condition. 9.8 graded copies have sold between $65 and $90.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the collector desires a slabbed set. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of a mid-to-high grade raw copy.
Notable Features
First full appearance of Earth Force; Direct Edition UPC (indicative of comic shop distribution); Copper Age issue; Ron Frenz/Joe Sinnott art era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel publication from 1988. Standard newsprint interior with glossy cover stock. Staple placement is consistent with Baxter-era industrial binding. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.