Mad #45 (1959) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #45 (1959) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #45 (1959) value — Ungraded 15,56 € · $18 · Grade 6.0 79,54 € · $92 · Grade 8.0 184,14 € · $213. Prices updated September 2026.
Converted from USD at the ECB reference rate — sold comps are US-market sales.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 11.8× raw.Chart values in USD
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Mad #45 (1959), purchase the Standard version listed at $9. The $12 Standard version offers no inherent difference in the comic itself, suggesting the slight price increase reflects minor variations in condition or perhaps a different print run. Collectors prioritizing ownership should grab the $9 option, while those seeking a slight perceived upgrade should consider the $12 version.
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- PriceCharting — Mad #45 (1959) (Mad)15,47 € · $17.89
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Mad #45 (1959) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #45 (1959) averages around $18. A CGC 6.0 runs about $92, and a CGC 8.0 commands $213.
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 | 15,56 € · $18 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | 79,54 € · $92 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | 184,14 € · $213 | eBay sold comps |
Häufige Fragen
- What is the starting price for Mad #45 (1959)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #45 is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is listed for $50.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #45 is valued at $114.
- Is the condition important for the resale value of this issue?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts price; the difference between ungraded and a Grade 8.0 copy is substantial.