Mad #178 (1975) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #178 (1975) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #178 (1975) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $16 · Grade 8.0 $29. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$4
Ungraded
4.0×
$16
Grade 6.0
7.3×
$29
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.3× raw.
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Mad #178 (1975) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #178 (1975) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $16, and a CGC 8.0 commands $29.
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 | $4 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $29 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #178 (1975)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #178 (1975) is listed starting at $4.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this Mad comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #178 (1975) is currently valued at $29.
- Is there a price difference between ungraded and graded copies?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with grading, moving from $4 ungraded to $16 for a Grade 6.0.