Mad #242 (1983) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #242 (1983) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #242 (1983) value — Ungraded $9 · Grade 6.0 $24 · Grade 8.0 $65. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$9
Ungraded
2.7×
$24
Grade 6.0
7.2×
$65
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 7.2× raw.
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Mad #242 (1983) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #242 (1983) averages around $9. A CGC 6.0 runs about $24, and a CGC 8.0 commands $65.
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 | $9 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $24 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $65 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #242 (1983)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #242 (1983) is listed starting at $9.
- How much is a Grade 8.0 copy of this Mad comic worth?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #242 (1983) is currently valued at $65.
- What is the price difference between the ungraded and Grade 6.0 versions?
- The ungraded copy starts at $9, while the Grade 6.0 copy is available for $24.