Mad #7 (1953) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #7 (1953) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #7 (1953) value — Ungraded $146 · Grade 6.0 $358 · Grade 8.0 $1,331. Prices updated August 2026.
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.1× raw.
Monthly CIB value, based on sold comps.
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Which version do you have?
For the cheapest way to own Mad #7 (1953), purchase the Standard version for $10. The higher-priced Standard version at $108 represents a premium, likely due to better condition or packaging, offering a more desirable collectible. Buyers prioritizing owning the card on a budget should take the $10 Standard, while those seeking a higher-quality piece should invest in the $108 Standard.
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Item details
- Series
- Mad
- Publisher
- EC
- Issue
- #7
- Key issue
- No
- Release date
- October 1, 1953
Mad #7 (1953) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #7 (1953) averages around $146. A CGC 6.0 runs about $358, and a CGC 8.0 commands $1331.
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 | $146 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $358 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $1,331 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #7 (1953)?
- The ungraded version of Mad #7 (1953) is currently valued at $167.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 worth compared to ungraded?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $1331, significantly more than the $167 ungraded price.
- Is there a mid-range price point for this comic?
- Yes, a Grade 6.0 copy of Mad #7 (1953) is listed with a value of $358.