Mad #45 (1959) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #45 (1959) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #45 (1959) value — Ungraded $16 · Grade 6.0 $60 · Grade 8.0 $139. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$16
Ungraded
3.8×
$60
Grade 6.0
8.7×
$139
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 8.7× raw.
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Mad #45 (1959) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #45 (1959) averages around $16. A CGC 6.0 runs about $60, and a CGC 8.0 commands $139.
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 | $16 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $60 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $139 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #45 (1959)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #45 is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is listed for $50.
- How much is a high-grade copy of this comic?
- A Grade 8.0 copy of Mad #45 is valued at $114.
- Is the condition important for the resale value of this issue?
- Yes, condition significantly impacts price; the difference between ungraded and a Grade 8.0 copy is substantial.