Mad #97 (1965) — Comic Book Value
MadWhat Mad #97 (1965) is worth — ungraded and CGC graded (6.0, 8.0).
Mad #97 (1965) value — Ungraded $7 · Grade 6.0 $34 · Grade 8.0 $69. Prices updated July 2026.
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Value by grade
$7
Ungraded
4.9×
$34
Grade 6.0
9.9×
$69
Grade 8.0
Real sold prices per grade — the Grade 8.0 premium on this card is 9.9× raw.
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Mad #97 (1965) comic value
An ungraded copy of Mad #97 (1965) averages around $7. A CGC 6.0 runs about $34, and a CGC 8.0 commands $69.
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 | $7 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 6.0 | $34 | eBay sold comps |
| Grade 8.0 | $69 | eBay sold comps |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the starting price for Mad #97 (1965)?
- The ungraded copy of Mad #97 is available, and a Grade 6.0 copy is priced at $39.
- How much more is a Grade 8.0 copy compared to the ungraded version?
- A Grade 8.0 copy sells for $80, significantly more than the ungraded condition.
- Is this a common or rare comic based on the available prices?
- The pricing structure shows clear value progression from ungraded to higher grades like 8.0.