Mad #49 (1959) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #49 (1959) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #49 (1959) value — Ungraded 17,29 € · $20 · Grade 6.0 32,85 € · $38 · Grade 8.0 180,69 € · $209. 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 10.4× raw.Chart values in USD
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Mad #49 (1959), buy the Standard version for $8. The $16 Standard version offers no tangible difference in the comic itself, so paying more only secures a different listing or minor packaging variation. Collectors prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should opt for the $8 Standard. Those willing to spend the extra $8 should only do so if the specific listing offers a significant advantage beyond the basic comic.
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- PriceCharting — Mad #49 (1959) (Mad)16,94 € · $19.6
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Mad #49 (1959) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #49 (1959) averages around $20. A CGC 6.0 runs about $38, and a CGC 8.0 commands $209.
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 | 17,29 € · $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | 32,85 € · $38 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | 180,69 € · $209 | eBay sold comps |
Häufige Fragen
- What is the starting price for Mad #49 (1959)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #49 (1959) is currently listed starting at $16.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #49 is valued at $172, indicating strong collector interest.
- Is the condition of the comic a major factor in its price?
- Yes, the price varies significantly; a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $38 compared to the ungraded option.