Mad #1 (1952) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #1 (1952) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #1 (1952) value — Ungraded $588 · Grade 6.0 $2,561 · Grade 8.0 $5,728. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.7× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the absolute cheapest ownership, grab the Kurtzman Facsimile for $9. The Standard versions offer genuine collectible value; the $20 Standard likely reflects a more desirable condition or minor variation compared to the $898 Standard. Buyers prioritizing investment or display should pay for the Standard, while those seeking a cheap nod to the comic should stick with the Facsimile.
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Item details
- Series
- Mad
- Publisher
- EC
- Issue
- #1
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- October 1, 1952
Mad #1 (1952) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #1 (1952) averages around $588. A CGC 6.0 runs about $2561, and a CGC 8.0 commands $5728.
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 | $588 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $2,561 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $5,728 | eBay sold comps |
| Live asking — low / typical / high | $6.98 / $1,750 / $5,310 | 20 live eBay listings ↗ |
Market check: As of July 18, 2026, 20 live eBay listings ask $6.98–$5,310.00 (median $1,750.00).
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #1 (1952)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #1 (1952) is currently valued at $663.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $5728, which is substantially higher than the $663 ungraded price.
- Are there different price points available for this series?
- Yes, prices range from $663 (ungraded) up to $5728 for a Grade 8.0 copy.