Mad #198 (1978) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #198 (1978) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #198 (1978) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $15 · Grade 8.0 $26. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$4
Ungraded
3.8×
$15
Grade 6.0
6.5×
$26
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 6.5× raw.
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Mad #198 (1978) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #198 (1978) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $15, and a CGC 8.0 commands $26.
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 | $15 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $26 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Mad comic?
- The ungraded version of Mad #198 (1978) is currently listed starting at $4.
- How much is a high-grade copy worth?
- A copy of Mad #198 graded at 8.0 is valued at $25.
- Is the condition of the comic important for its resale value?
- Yes, the condition significantly impacts price, with grades ranging from ungraded to 8.0.