Mad #1 (2018) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #1 (2018) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #1 (2018) value — Ungraded $20 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $18. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.0× raw.
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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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Mad #1 (2018) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #1 (2018) averages around $20. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $18.
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 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $18 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the resale value for an ungraded Mad #1 (2018)?
- An ungraded Mad #1 (2018) currently has a resale value of $15.
- Is the Grade 8.0 version of Mad #1 worth more than the ungraded one?
- Yes, the Grade 8.0 copy is valued at $16, compared to the $15 for the ungraded version.
- What is the lowest price I can expect to pay for a graded Mad #1?
- The lowest listed price for a graded copy is $14 for a Grade 6.0.