The Mighty Thor #396 (1988) — Comic Book Value
Mighty ThorWhat The Mighty Thor #396 (1988) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
The Mighty Thor #396 (1988) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $21. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 4.2× raw.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own The Mighty Thor #396 (1988), purchase the Newsstand version for $4. The Standard version at $5 offers no significant premium in edition or scarcity over the Newsstand copy. Collectors prioritizing budget should opt for the Newsstand. Those seeking the slightly higher grade or convenience of the Standard version should pay the extra dollar.
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The Mighty Thor #396 (1988) comic value
An ungraded copy of The Mighty Thor #396 (1988) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $21.
What drives the price
Grade is everything in comics — spine ticks, page color, and restoration decide the number, and the jump from raw to high grade can be 10×+. Key issues (first appearances, origins, deaths) carry the biggest premiums, and early printings beat reprints.
Price guide
Sold values by grade vs. what sellers ask today
| Condition | Value | Based on |
|---|---|---|
| Ungraded | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Mighty Thor issue?
- An ungraded copy of The Mighty Thor #396 starts at $4.
- How much is a higher-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of this issue can be found for $15.
- Is this comic more valuable if it is ungraded or graded?
- The graded versions offer higher guaranteed value, with a Grade 6.0 listed at $8.