Mad #185 (1976) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #185 (1976) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #185 (1976) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $23 · Grade 8.0 $40. Prices updated September 2026.
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Value by grade
$7
Ungraded
3.3×
$23
Grade 6.0
5.7×
$40
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.7× raw.
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Mad #185 (1976) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #185 (1976) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $23, and a CGC 8.0 commands $40.
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 | $23 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $40 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Mad comic?
- The ungraded version of Mad #185 is currently listed at $5.
- How much more is a high-grade copy worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy commands a higher price at $31 compared to the ungraded version.
- Are there different price points based on the grade?
- Yes, the price increases significantly with better condition, moving from $5 (ungraded) to $31 (Grade 8.0).