Mad #49 (2026) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #49 (2026) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #49 (2026) value — Ungraded $8 · Grade 6.0 $8 · Grade 8.0 $12. Prices updated July 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 1.5× raw.
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Which version do you have?
To simply own Mad #49 (1959), buy the Standard version for $8. The $16 Standard version offers no tangible difference in the comic itself, so paying more only secures a different listing or minor packaging variation. Collectors prioritizing the absolute lowest cost should opt for the $8 Standard. Those willing to spend the extra $8 should only do so if the specific listing offers a significant advantage beyond the basic comic.
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Mad #49 (2026) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #49 (2026) averages around $8. A CGC 6.0 runs about $8, and a CGC 8.0 commands $12.
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 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $8 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $12 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #49 (2026)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #49 (2026) is currently valued at $8.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $12, making it $4 more than the ungraded version.
- Is there a significant price jump between Grade 6.0 and Grade 8.0?
- Yes, the price increases from $9 for a Grade 6.0 to $12 for a Grade 8.0.