Mad #144 (1971) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #144 (1971) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #144 (1971) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $17 · Grade 8.0 $33. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$5
Ungraded
3.4×
$17
Grade 6.0
6.6×
$33
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.6× raw.
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Mad #144 (1971) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #144 (1971) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $17, and a CGC 8.0 commands $33.
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 | $17 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $33 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Mad comic?
- The ungraded version of Mad #144 (1971) is listed at $5.
- How much is a graded copy of this issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #144 is currently valued at $38.
- Is there a price difference between the grades?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with condition; a Grade 6.0 sells for $20.