Mad #157 (1973) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #157 (1973) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #157 (1973) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $26 · Grade 8.0 $47. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$7
Ungraded
3.7×
$26
Grade 6.0
6.7×
$47
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.7× raw.
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Mad #157 (1973) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #157 (1973) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $26, and a CGC 8.0 commands $47.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $47 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #157 (1973)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #157 (1973) is listed starting at $8.
- How much is a higher-graded copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #157 sells for $49, while a Grade 6.0 is priced at $27.
- Is this comic a good investment?
- Its value fluctuates between $8 (ungraded) and $49 (Grade 8.0), depending on the comic's condition.