Journey Into Mystery #125 (Marvel, 1966) — CGC 5.0 VG/FN (Off White Pages) - "Thor"

Final Issue Before Title Becomes Thor • Hercules Appearance • Jack Kirby Art

A solid CGC 5.0 VG/FN copy of Journey Into Mystery #125, published in February 1966, marking a major turning point in Marvel history: the final issue before the series is retitled Thor with issue #126. This transitional key features Thor and Hercules in a classic Jack Kirby‑powered showdown.

Key Features

• Grade: CGC 5.0 VG/FN
• Page Quality: Off‑white
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Year: 1966
• Cover & Interior Art: Jack Kirby (pencils) & Vince Colletta (inks)
• Characters Featured:
• Thor
• Hercules
• Backup Feature: “Tales of Asgard” — a fan‑favorite mythic backup series also illustrated by Kirby

Issue Significance

• Final issue of Journey Into Mystery before the title officially becomes Thor
• A key moment in the evolution of the Thor franchise
• Features Hercules, whose early Marvel appearances continue to grow in collector demand
• Includes a Tales of Asgard backup — a cornerstone of Kirby’s myth‑building work

Visual Appeal (CGC 5.0)

This mid‑grade slab presents with:

• Strong Kirby cover colors
• Solid gloss and clean surfaces for the grade
• Good structural integrity
• Attractive overall eye appeal in the case

Why Collectors Want This Issue

• Transitional pre‑Thor #126 key
• Early Hercules appearance
• Classic Kirby action and mythic storytelling
• Affordable graded entry point into Silver Age Thor keys
• Highly desirable for run builders and display collectors

Ideal For

• Thor and Asgardian collectors
• Hercules fans
• Jack Kirby art enthusiasts
• Silver Age Marvel key‑issue hunters
• CGC collectors building out the early Thor run

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