Furthermore, every cgccertified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by leading professionals during the certification process. There were no surprises when i was looking at the cgc census. Comic con collecting tips, buying, deals, strategies, advice. Preorder and save up to 25% off comic book preorders. The largest seller of comic books on facebook offering exclusive covers for marvel, dynamite, image, dc, idw and more. Looking at the cgc census, there are quite a few copies of it that have been graded, 2,480 to be exact. This is a mustown key issue for any comic book collector. After that, do i sell them on ebay or go directly to a comic book. The 50 greatest comicbook characters movies empire.
Im one of the older vine members 36 and have an extensive cgc comic collection. And it also comes as no surprise, since this is a modern age comic, that almost half of them are graded 9. The fans who dress up as their favorite fictional characters are one of the most important elements of comic con. The primary reason to grade a comic is that there is a direct correlation between the condition of the comic and the value of the book. The comic book price guide for great britain a guide to grading. The regular collector now has a bargaining chip against weasel comic dealers who try to swindle collections far less than their guide value. I would recommend getting key issue golden, silver or bronze age comics graded by a third party. That would save you some money and still be being graded by a well accepted company. Choose a tier based on comic value and turnaround time.
I do not care if they need to buy my comics cheap so they can make money. Is it worth getting comic books graded at cgc or pgx. Youd be hard pressed to find a better comic to invest in. Free comic book day returns to calgary on may 4 listed. Cgc rated comics buy comics on comic collector live. Comic book men is a reality television series on amc that is set inside kevin smiths comic book shop jay and silent bobs secret stash in red bank, new jersey during the course of the series, 96 episodes of comic book men aired over seven seasons. These have been left untouched and displayed in my smoke free home.
Unless noted, prices listed are without dust jackets. Grading guide pgx comics pgx comic grading services. The greatest comicbook characters in the canon have been debated and argued over for. The comic may also be loosing some of its suppleness and trying to get slightly brittle. Armed with this knowledge and a good understanding of the market, you should be able to make an informed decision about restoration. The younger a comic, the less likely the book will increase in value significantly from restoration. Dec 16, 2018 collecting and dealing comic books comes down to timing, said jason latko, 48, of chicago, since the comic book market can be volatile and change week to week. To grade a comic book, start by examining the cover through a magnifying glass for things like folds or fingerprints.
Why people dress up like comic book characters vox. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the hobbys most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. The value can increase from 20 to 50 percent depending on the rarity of book. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. Also, pressing is a very delicate process, so please be aware that it could add time to the express and next day grading services. The market value of comic books is partly determined by a grading process. Aside from being a great place to get autographs or photos with your favorite celebrities, watch sneak peeks of upcoming blockbuster movies, or see some of the most talented cosplay enthusiasts pay homage to many fictional characters, comic book conventions are the ultimate collectors show. Safely package your comics for secure shipment to cgc. Buy products related to comic dress products and see what customers say about comic dress products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. With springs sunny and warm weather, its the perfect time to get lost in the world of comic books and the 18th annual free comic book day is going to make sure youre not only catching up on everything superhero, but that youre doing it for free. This applies mainly to silver age comics, as noted earlier.
That could mean waiting for a new movie to come out to drum up more interest or just biding your time to find a purchaser willing to pay the price. To qualify, the book must still be encapsulated in its original cgc holder. Home graded books raw books services cbcs grading variants. Is cgc really that bad at grading comics comic vine. I mean junk comics are most comics that are after 1975, but it doesnt stop there. One of the books is one of only ten signature series 9. These comic grading services will grade a comic and then seal the comic in a hard plastic case that displays the assigned grade. The condition of the dust jacket should be graded independently of the book.
Join cgc to get direct submission privileges, 247 order tracking and more. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. The most difficult, contentious and eternally frustrating aspect of comic collecting is grading. The grade assigned to the book should not change, unless any damage occurred postencapsulation, in which case the grade will be adjusted accordingly. Please note that we can only ship up to 30 books in one box so please take this into account when submitting larger orders. Chuck rozanskis grading standards mile high comics. Therefore being able to correctly determine the grade of a comic is an important skill for buyers and sellers alike. Grading process certified guaranty company, llc cgc comics.
As you can see, i have a certain disdain and distrust of comic book dealers. A guide to grading the comic book price guide for great. When restoration is detected, it is fully noted on the certification. As condition evaluators and restoration detection experts, the professionals at pgx have spent decades inspecting multiple copies of a wide variety of comics from every era. Nov 01, 2017 there is no cover gloss left and the inside pages are starting to turn from offwhite to yellow. For collector and dealer alike, it is essential to grade the condition of a comic fairly and accurately in order to determine its true value and worth. Many customers choose to ship their comic books to cgc for grading and evaluation. These grading services assign grades on the same tenpoint grading scale used by mycomicshop. Pgx utilizes the overstreet comic book grading guide in its definitions of condition. Any amount of wear to the cover of the book must be factored into the condition and grading of the comic. Modern age comics arent worth your time or hard earned cash to get graded. This can include abrasions, tears, creases, bent corners, spine splits, chips, tape, glue, as well as a multitude of other types of wear we will cover in the grades noted below. But if a comic has been wet and has dried out nice and clean, we classify it as a good.
These are sealed in a protective case for archival preservation. Once youve finished checking the cover, count the pages of the comic to make. How long would my comic take to get graded through cgc. There are two universal and three restored highest graded 9. Comics that are submitted to cgc are graded by professional graders on a 10 point scale and then sealed inside a hard plastic cotainer to prevent tampering. Authorized dealers if youre a full time comic book dealer, you may apply for membership as a cgc authorized member dealer. These rare graded comics would be a great addition to any superman collection.
Comic book collecting a source of childhood nostalgia and. Home products comics cbcs cbcs signature series cgc cgc signature series non encapsulated raw accessories mini figures socks dress. I know a lot of people have said that it is important to get them graded, but i have no idea where to do this or what it even entails. Special thanks to our comic grading advisor steve borock, president of cbsc comic book certification service, former heritage auctions consignment director and former cgc presidentprimary grader. Key issues before 1975 are great comics to get graded. One friend says i should get at least one graded and another says its not worth it. Additionally, some comics are slabbed by cgc, cbcs, or pgx. Books are carefully handled and tracked through the grading process, and always fully insured while on our premises. At this stage, the comic book becomes somewhat fragile. This grading process details the exact condition and completeness of a comic, allowing the seller to get an idea of how much it is worth. Comic book certification service cbcs was started by professional comic book hobbyists and provides certification and grading services for collectors and. I had heard stories about cgc playing favors by giving harder. Usually, the earlier the book, the greater the percentage.
As longtime users of nostomania know, the value of a comic depends strongly on grade. Now understand, overall my collection is still about 80% raw books, and only 20% graded books, but the graded. I have very early batman, xmen and superman just to name a few. Dealer listing certified guaranty company, llc cgc comics. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Though comic book grading has been around for decades, it wasnt until 2000 that a new thirdparty grading service, cgc, burst onto the scene and revolutionized the comic book collecting industry. Then, check the spine for small tears or folds, or spine break, which is a tear near the staples.
If it has mold stains, or the pages stuck together and were torn in pulling them apart, or is heavily warped or wrinkled, we downgrade to fair. Comic books graded by cgc and cbcs the hall of comics. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. Get your comics signed in the guest area of the show.
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