Mad #149 (1972) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #149 (1972) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #149 (1972) value — Ungraded $5 · Grade 6.0 $26 · Grade 8.0 $48. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$5
Ungraded
5.2×
$26
Grade 6.0
9.6×
$48
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.6× raw.
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Mad #149 (1972) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #149 (1972) averages around $5. A CGC 6.0 runs about $26, and a CGC 8.0 commands $48.
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 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $48 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for an ungraded copy of Mad #149?
- An ungraded copy of Mad #149 is currently priced starting at $6.
- How much more valuable is a Grade 8.0 compared to an ungraded copy?
- A Grade 8.0 copy is priced at $43, significantly higher than the $6 starting price for ungraded.
- Which grade offers the best immediate return based on current listings?
- A Grade 8.0 offers a higher established value at $43 compared to the ungraded starting price.