Mad #142 (1971) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #142 (1971) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #142 (1971) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $20 · Grade 8.0 $37. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$5
Ungraded
4.0×
$20
Grade 6.0
7.4×
$37
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.4× raw.
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Mad #142 (1971) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #142 (1971) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $20, and a CGC 8.0 commands $37.
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 | $5 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $20 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $37 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Mad #142 comic?
- The ungraded version of Mad #142 (1971) is currently valued at $5.
- How much is a high-grade copy of Mad #142?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #142 sells for $37.
- What is the price point for a mid-grade copy?
- A Grade 6.0 copy of this Mad issue is listed at $20.