Mad #169 (1974) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #169 (1974) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #169 (1974) value — Ungraded $6 · Grade 6.0 $21 · Grade 8.0 $37. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$6
Ungraded
3.5×
$21
Grade 6.0
6.2×
$37
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.2× raw.
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Mad #169 (1974) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #169 (1974) averages around $6. A CGC 6.0 runs about $21, 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 | $6 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $21 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $37 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #169 (1974)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #169 (1974) is currently listed at $6.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this Mad issue worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #169 is valued at $37.
- Are there different price points for this comic?
- Yes, prices vary from $6 for ungraded copies to $37 for a Grade 8.0 copy.