Comic grading company has a simple and affordable pricing structure without any clubs to join. If you are the current owner of an exceptional comic book collection, cgc is more than happy to discuss the. But only when the book is otherwise quite beautiful, and the tape does not in any way mar the appearance of the book. Mycomicgrader releases their apps latest upgrade for grading. Who is the most reputable to help get the most value. Cgc is an independent member of the certified collectibles group of companies. You have to know the basics of grading comics to determine whether sellers are under and over charging based on their subjective standards. How to ship comic books to the cgc for grading protips for. I go to planet comic con in kansas city every year and both major comic book grading companies are thiere taking submissions. As longtime users of nostomania know, the value of a comic depends strongly on grade. Useful for when you are unsure of the grade of a book or do not wish to grade the comic. The 2 reputable thirdparty professional grading services both begin with c use the same scale, but not exactly the same criteria, but overstreet has collaborated with them for their newest grading guide.
Nov 22, 2010 this is an attempt to show the inexperienced collector a rough idea of what constitutes good, fine, near mint etc using 90s amazing spiderman comics as a reference. This company was started by steve borock, the former president of cgc so he definitely has some clout in the industry. In fact, in 2007, cgc crossed the millionbook mark and has now graded over 2 million comic books. Comic book grading screenshots, images and pictures comic vine. If youre looking for a hard to find back issue, we probably have it. Preventative restoration, widely used and accepted by collectors, consists of nonadditive restoration on a book with one or two major defects. Apples are packed in 40pound fiberboard cartons most packers put in at least 42 pounds to accommodate a little moisture loss in shipment. This book may range anywhere from poor to near mint and there is no obligation to clarify its condition. Lastly, why doesnt afa or cas go to shows like comic con, or other cons nationally and take submissions. In this installment we will take a look at comic book certification services cbcs. One of our goals for the new website is to offer an easier online experience for our customers. World class, proven, professional comic grading experts.
Its only been within the last 15 years or so that the problem of bias in comic grading was amended, and it took the form of commercial grading. Certified guaranty company cgc is a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other collectibles. The comic book price guide for great britain a guide to grading. We are proud to provide certification and grading services for collectors and hobbyist in the comic book industry. Therefore being able to correctly determine the grade of a comic is an important skill for buyers and sellers alike. 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. Our staff of friendly and dedicated employees offer over 250 years of experience in the comic book market place, and look forward to assisting you. The online form will allow you to easily submit any number of comics, and then you can print a copy of the form to be included in your shipment. Apple comics, also known as apple press, was an american comic book publisher which operated from 19861994. Types of damage that place a comic in fr range include. We buy your collectibles and offer consignment services. The most difficult, contentious and eternally frustrating aspect of comic collecting is grading. This is a fairly common trait in the very good category. Extra fancy consists of apples of one variety except when more than one variety is printed on the container which are mature but not overripe, clean, fairly well formed, free from decay, internal browning, internal breakdown, soft scald, scab, freezing injury, visible water core, and broken skins.
These records are from an impartial 3rd party source gp analysis. 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. Take a close look, ideally with a magnifying glass, and make careful notes of any apparent damage, including. We are currently migrating data to our new system and conducting tests, and we are really excited for you to try it out. And they are designated by count the number of apples in each carton. It is the first independent and impartial third party grading service for comic books. Gp analysis lists us as a cgc the comic book grading authority online auction firm. Raw grading labels the preprinted labels are colorcoded using the standard 10 pt. Grading is the term used for the assessment of the condition of a particular comic book. City slicker bob and fred astaire put on a musical in new york city. Grading is the second investigation a comic goes through, this time to evaluate the condition of the comic cover and pages. Buying the overstreet guide which is the bible of grading standards helped me immensely since i am now purchasing comics both at comic book stores and through the internet. Comic books are graded on a zeroto10 scale from poor to mint. The ultimate authority delivers the right grade every time grading comic books is the key to successful comic book collecting, and now the leading expert on.
Halo certification pty ltd australiahalo certification. The largest packed size is 48, which means there are 48 apples in each box a very large piece of fruit. A comic must be relatively complete to be successfully restored. According to the overstreet comic book grading guide it is defined as a sun shadow. Comic book grading and restoration may 19, 2016 scott robertson 25 comments comic book grading is one of the most important parts of speculating. Nov 09, 2012 comic book hot picks for 3420, cgc comment and some new vintage pick ups duration. Spoton grading systems, or sgs, is a series of short, multiple choice questions enabling you to grade your comic books onthespot and. If we dont, add it to your want list and well notify you when its in stock. Certified guaranty company, also known as cgc, is a sarasota, florida comic book grading service. Both of these requirements were lacking for much of comic book history, and in the absence of a reliable method of achieving this, access to the culture was stifled and progress was delayed. A grader must comb over a book in very minute detail, looking for myriad imperfections like wear, tears, rounded corners, marks, page color e. Comic book hot picks for 3420, cgc comment and some new vintage pick ups duration. 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. This collectibles shop page has the standard 10 point grading scale and definitions, as used in the overstreet guide.
Since 1979 iconic comic shop located in hollywood, california on melrose ave. Halo certification pty ltd australiahalo certification united. Then, simply register or login to start the submission process. Spoton grading system comic ed on the app store apple. Remember you are invited to participate in the process. Vault grading provides grading, pressing, encapsulation, valuation, and screening services to comic book collectors. I thought i knew a lot about grading but he taught me things i had no clue about. The two main methods of describing an overall grade are numerical, and symbol. We only own a few graded comic books, however we wanted to try cgcs mail away services so we sent off a few books at wizard world. Zatanna and the house of secrets gn 2020 dc kids 11st. The other thing to consider, is that no business will succeed if no one gives it a chance. The company was founded by alec born and steve borock, the latter earning a reputation in the community while working many years at.
View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Apple pie 19751976 lopez magazine comic books mycomicshop. Mar 27, 2020 when grading a comic book, the first thing youll see is the cover. For one, if you have a really valuable book, it offers a form of protection. Nov 8, 2016 little lotta picks apples 1955 1st series vintage comic book. Sep 16, 2014 i found this guy on you tube and he really knows his stuff. Books are carefully handled and tracked through the grading process, and always fully insured while on our premises. One area we focused on is the way you submit comics and access your account information. Jul 16, 2014 a few weeks ago, i attended a local comic convention here in vancouver and i heard about the new company comic book certification service. The grading labels fit on top of backing boards, or can be placed over sleeves. Grading process certified guaranty company, llc cgc comics. His videos are well worth your time, especially if you are considering investing in comics or sending comics to cgc to be graded. This is an attempt to show the inexperienced collector a rough idea of what constitutes good, fine, near mint etc using 90s amazing spiderman comics as a.
By requesting prescreen and specifying a minimum grade on your invoice, you will be charged grading fees only for comic books that meet or exceed your specified minimum grade. Egs european grading service halo certification pgx professional grading experts vault 60 day comic grading mcg midwest comic grading. Comic book grading labels collectors condition comic book. While a casual collector might not need to bother, its vitally important to have your comics graded if you ever plan to sell them, because the value of a comic varies widely depending on the grade it receives. Before you ship your comics, please read the shipping information below. When grading a comic book, the first thing youll see is the cover. We offer modern, bronze age, silver age, and golden age comics. By requesting prescreen and specifying a minimum grade on your invoice, you will be charged grading fees only for comic books that. The company was founded by alec born and steve borock, the latter earning a reputation in the community while working many years at cgc, and was recently purchased by beckett media. A nice comic with a piece up to the size of a standard postage stamp torn from one corner. Learn about key comic book appearances true firsts. A few weeks ago, i attended a local comic convention here in vancouver and i heard about the new company comic book certification service.
All professional graders, whether grading coins, currency, or comics are charged with placing your items under a microscope see logo to determine their condition and therefore value. Comic grading is the process of encasing a comic book in a plastic case. Cbgc provides the only easy to use, online comic submission form. Little lotta picks apples 1955 1st series vintage comic book old. Mycomicgrader releases their apps latest upgrade for grading comic books the app also locates comic book artists, writers, cosplayers and celebrities attending upcoming conventions. I just want to get the most out of what is probably my best comic. Grading your comic books guide revel in the detail comics. Debunking x3 cgc myths does onsight grading better comic. A spine split of up to 23 the length of the book, a missing back cover provided the front cover is still attached, severe water damage or residue damage. The newest and second most popular comic book grading company. This plastic case forever seals your comic, unless you destroy the case to extract the comic. Comic book grading company the affordable and reliable. Grading comic books is the key to successful comic book collecting, and now the leading expert on comic books, robert m.
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