This is the offical cgc box that holds all those slabs. Both companies use the same material for the inner wells now. I know in the world of comic book sales, margins can be slim. I have seen many comic graded by cgc over the years and mine should have graded at least a 3 but have seen 3.
There was an issue with cgcs last generation of slabs. Before a comic book is graded, it is checked for restoration and conservation by our restoration detection experts. All in one collectibles 540 rt 10 west randolph, nj. The most expensive marvel trading cards set of the 90s 1996 marvel masterpieces duration. None of them of course liked the idea much, particulary the part where i assign a nonnegotiable grade that i think a 3rd party grader cgc will give. Cgc graded comics wolfcomics uk online comic book shop.
Now there is an easy way to identify comic books with higher visual appeal than others assigned the same numerical grade by cgc simply look for the cva exceptional sticker. Scientific explanation of supermans amazing strength. Cbcs operations, llc will expertly, impartially, and consistently certify and encapsulate comics using the highest quality materials. Beautiful comic book, just got back from cgc from reslab. Usnav2724 cgc is a scam in the sense that they overprice for their services. The cgc comic registry is a free online community where collectors register and display their comics, interact with other collectors, and compete for awards and recognition. The slabs are not air tight so the book can off gas without holding in the contaminants. Cgc will have representatives there so you can have your signed comics witnessed and. Cgc comics are professionally graded by a third party comic book grading service based in the usa. I am going to take it up a notch and give you my top collecting themes, each of which will lead you to new ideas for comics to add to your collection. When the same book is graded any grade and slabbed, it. Thought it would be easy as i can just send it in and pay some money. Now, collectors have a new, convenient way to store and transport their treasured graded comics with the graded comics storage box. It may still be an option, but for a while they were offering to reslab books with this issue for free.
Crain is an american comic book artist known for his work with marvel comics, including ghost rider, spiderman, carnage and venom. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. I agree 100% and even without the newton rings, cgc s grading is shit. The notes help future purchasers of a comic book because they notate any hidden defects that are factored into the final grade. Cgc is an independent member of the certified collectibles group of companies. The case and comic will be inspected for damage, but the book will not be reconsidered for grading unless damage has occurred. I completely agree that is is a really bad idea to have the book stay in. Jan 16, 2014 buying cgc signature series comics on ebay. Hey everyone, quick little story for anyone whose interested in and the whole cgc process. Anyway, the book above, probably a mile high ii, is incorrectly labeled as being an edgar church copy and its in the current comiclink auction. Membership is open to collectors of all levels and gives you access to the cgc registry, the latest news and events, and more. Then they encase the book in a plastic slab so that it cant be switched out with another book.
New cgc case general comic discussion free comic book values. Cgc comics dark phoenix comics has a slew of great. Your typical comic book top ten type list will profile specific interesting or rare comic books to collect. Reholder fee ask cgc cgc comic book collectors chat boards. On the plus side, we all have a pretty good idea wholl be the beneficiary of it. Cbcs has one classification level for conservation and five levels for. Read on to discover everything you need to know about the cgc. Cgc is excited to announce another cgc inhouse private signing this time with clayton crain. Hopefully a comics rep will see it so at least they know the book is out there.
The cgc comics holder is made of stateoftheart materials and is designed to meet the needs and demands of comic book collectors. Its housed in one of those thicker older cases from 2009. Its common to find that generation with partially opened sides and the ability of the comic inside to slide around. 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. Furthermore, every cgccertified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by leading professionals during the certification process. Jan 01, 2009 this is another video of my cgc collection after building a second wall. I asked the guy selling the book how in the world that comic got that high of a grade, and he just pointed to the pedigree sticker. Cgc is the first independent, impartial thirdparty grading service for comics, magazines, concert posters and related collectibles with more than 6 million. Unfortunately, i received a cracked case after being told there were no cracks present at the time of sale see included photo. Help on reslab a comic book through cgc comics general. It is the first independent and impartial third party grading service for comic books the company was launched in early 2000 and has since gone on to become a notable part of the comic book. If restoration or conservation is found, cbcs will include a list of all the work detected on the label, classifying it as either conserved or restored.
The company was launched in early 2000 and has since gone on to become a notable. Participants can display their cgccertified comics in predefined competitive sets, where theyll receive a point value associated with scarcity, desirability and. In every field, collectors want exceptional value for their money the certified comic book field is no exception. A 2015 cgc signature slab, should the side seals look look. A comic book in a cgc holder is encapsulated in a new cgc holder. Professional comic book grading eliminates concerns about grade misrepresentations by providing a professional assessment of condition and quality. This is another video of my cgc collection after building a second wall. Back cover features the first pinup of superman with is also the 1st ever pinup page to appear in a comic book. I know a thing or two about researching comic books.
Cgc recommended to reslab books, years ago, just to replace the microchamber paper. They give the book a numerical grade from 0 10 based on condition. It is the first independent and impartial third party grading service for comic books. Cbcs will promote the hobby of comic collecting with integrity. Cgc census detailed report of the comics, magazines and lobby cards graded by cgc, with the total number of cgccertified examples in each grade. Jun 15, 2017 you can pack your graded comic with ample amounts of bubble wrap and rest assured that that your slab will arrive safely at its destination in this 200 lb. Mycomicshop cgc grading story icbookcollecting submitted 3 years ago by cordeiro89 hey everyone, quick little story for anyone whose interested in and the whole cgc process. I have used both cgc and cbcs with good results on both. Apr 8, 2017 custom hand crafted polystyrene, acrylic coated, custom painted, comic book display frames for cgc pgx comics, graphic novels, trade paper backs tpbs, magazines, etc. Cgc will have representatives there so you can have your signed comics witnessed and given to them for slabbing.
New cgc case general comic discussion free comic book. Visitors to the cgc website can access these valuable research tools. Graded comic book bin 2pack 1 graded comic storage box holds 3540 graded comic books bcw. To qualify, the book must still be encapsulated in its original cgc holder. Ed brought his vast experience and expertise in collectibles to. I took my book to 3 local dealers and went through a detailed breakdown of what i wanted and why.
Comic book purchase cgc warning be careful on ebay youtube. Rough but cool comic book finds from yardsales on the weekend. Subsequently, for some 20 years, ed owned his own commercial art firm in chicago, acquiring, trading, and selling world class collections of american photography, illustration art, and vintage comic books. Verify cgc certification a database of every comic book certified by cgc with grade and label description. Please note there is a long scratch that goes down the. They no longer recommend it, and say this on their.
Comic book shipping boxes that your customers will love. Comic book grading, certification process cbcs comics. Used normal wear, beautiful comic book, just got back from cgc from reslab make an offer. It also guarantees a consistent grade for the comic, which makes it easier to resell. I completely agree that is is a really bad idea to have the book stay in place by sustained pressure on the perimeter of the book.
Hi guys, newbie here, i am looking to reslab a cgc signature comic. Cgc census detailed report of the comics, magazines and lobby cards graded by cgc, with the total number of cgc certified examples in each grade. See more ideas about comic book display, comic book frames and comics. The following are cgcs current prices for grading tiers. Certified guaranty company cgc is a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other collectibles. Storage file boxes free delivery possible on eligible purchases.
Find great deals on ebay for cgc comics and cgc comics 1st appearance. Trust me, if cgc doesnt find a permanent fix to this oil slick cluster fiasco, theyll likely lose some serious business. Cbcs team members all share in the love of our hobby and the medium. Apparently you need to buy an annual membership first. Everything you need to know about submitting comic books to cgc. But when i went to the cgc website, it was very confusing. Once the comic book has been graded by cgc, it is placed in a tamperevident sleeve, meaning that if the comic book is removed, the cgc valuation of the comic book is no longer valid. Furthermore, every cgc certified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by leading professionals during the certification process. Buy bcw cgc graded comic book storage box bundle of 10 corrugated cardboard storage box comic book collecting supplies. Hot book please note the case was damaged in shipping not the book easy to reslab with cgc. Jan 09, 2017 i have used both cgc and cbcs with good results on both.
Posted on 9 june, 2014 7 march, 2016 author andrew r. Bundle of 10 cgc graded comic storage boxes holds 3540 graded comic books white by max pro. Apr 8, 2017 custom hand crafted polystyrene, acrylic coated, custom painted, comic book display frames for cgcpgx comics, graphic novels, trade paper backs tpbs, magazines, etc. This vibrant online community supports collectors across the world by providing exclusive resources and acknowledging remarkable collections. Columbia, sc map is approximate to keep the sellers location private. Comic guarantee llc, also known as cgc, is the newest trend for comics collectors to grade and maintain the collectible value for their most highly prized comics.
Ever wonder what it takes to send your comic books to cgc to be graded. I live in the vegas area and our local comic book store torpedo comics is hosting a yearlong signing event to rival most comic cons. Nov 15, 2015 comic book authorities like overstreet and cgc have dubbed certain comic books as classic here is an example list of classics. It is double wall thick on all sides which makes the box last longer. Avoid cgc like the plague page 2 the ebay community. Yes cgc still uses the microchamber paper but they say its no longer needed to reslab every 710 years. Certified guaranty company cgc, launched in early 2000, is a comic book grading service that can help you determine whether a comic book you are considering for purchase is restored or conserved.
Comic book certification service cbcs was started by professional comic book hobbyists with the intent of protecting our fellow hobbyists when buying and selling comic books. We are proud to provide certification and grading services for collectors and hobbyist in the comic book industry. If the book is ever removed from the slab, the grade becomes invalid. Certified guaranty company, also known as cgc, is a sarasota, florida comic book grading service. Cgc is the first independent, impartial thirdparty grading service for comics, magazines, concert posters and related collectibles with more than 6. This item cgcpgx graded comic storage box official authorized measures 15 x 812 x case of 5 boxes. The grade assigned to the book should not change, unless any damage occurred postencapsulation, in which case the grade will be adjusted accordingly. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the hobbys most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. Well, it appears there is another thirdparty comic book grading company trying to establish credibility in the comic book industry. When cgc sees books from a regular joe the grades are lower.
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