Mad #217 (1980) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #217 (1980) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #217 (1980) value — Ungraded $4 · Grade 6.0 $13 · Grade 8.0 $22. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$4
Ungraded
3.3×
$13
Grade 6.0
5.5×
$22
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 5.5× raw.
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Mad #217 (1980) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #217 (1980) averages around $4. A CGC 6.0 runs about $13, and a CGC 8.0 commands $22.
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 | $13 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $22 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for this Mad comic?
- The ungraded version of Mad #217 is currently priced at $5.
- How much does a high-grade copy sell for?
- A copy graded at 8.0 can be purchased for $30.
- Is the condition important for the value of this issue?
- Yes, the value increases significantly with condition, ranging from $5 ungraded to $30 for a Grade 8.0.