In this installment we will take a look at comic book certification services cbcs. Discoloration, fading, foxing, and even minor to moderate soiling is allowed. As a result of the search i came up with the following site. Types of damage that place a comic in fr range include. Each pack is grouped around a particular character or theme, and there is no duplication within any pack. Visual glossary of terms used in comic book grading.
Though considerably more recent than the collecting of postage stamps or books bibliophilia, it has a major following around the world today and is partially responsible for the increased interest in comics after the temporary slump experienced during the 1980s. The comic book price guide for great britain a guide to grading. However, there may be significant value in other time periods or categories. 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. Comic book grading for beginners the difference between a very fine and a fair to poor can be huge.
Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. Serious collectors buy protective bags in the correct comic book size. Though at times controversial, its proven grading system has become a gold standard for those looking to have their collection appraised. Whether you are an avid comic collector, a repeat offender one who once collected but fell by the wayside, are new to the industry, or someone who came across some old comics, welcome to the world of comics. This page gives you the basic comic book grading definitions and 10 point scale. As with grading all collectibles, there is a degree of subjectivity as there are many factors to consider and all of them must be weighed to determine an overall grade. This is a fairly common trait in the very good category. Once restored, a comics value depends upon several factors. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. Grading certified guaranty company, llc cgc comics. One area we focused on is the way you submit comics and access your account information. The most difficult, contentious and eternally frustrating aspect of comic collecting is grading. Below are cgcs grading standards for each numeric grade as well as the restoration grading scale. Take a close look, ideally with a magnifying glass, and make careful notes of any apparent damage, including.
Visit us in ma, or we are happy to do comic book appraisals on location. Our company has sat well over 600 world record prices selling vintage comic books at auction. Cbgc provides the only easy to use, online comic submission form. See more ideas about comic book grading, comics and comic books. Professional grading experts, and cbcs comic book certification service. Mar 27, 2020 when grading a comic book, the first thing youll see is the cover. 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. These grading services assign grades on the same tenpoint grading scale used by mycomicshop. Rust can be so bad that the staples are practically disintegrating. Even professional grading services like cgc, cbcs, and pgx acknowledge that the same book may not always receive the same grade if it is.
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. When grading a comic book, the first thing youll see is the cover. When buying or selling a comic book, or any collectible, it is important that both parties reach a level of agreement on that collectible condition or grade, as this will to a great extent determines its value. If your interested in viewing a comparison of page. Comic book grading is the process of determining the grade or condition of a book, which directly influences its value.
Comic book grading learn the scale and how to apply it. Generally, this condition represents the average used comic book, one that has not been taken care of. 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. Welcome to the iguide comic book price guide iguide is proud to host the online comic book price guide by jon r. We know that the decision to sell old comic books can sometimes be a tough one to make, due to a cash crunch, and that your books may have sentimental as well as financial value. American comics distributed in the uk during the 1960s and 1970s usually. Comic book online sale keys and significant runs claim your books. 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. Grading is the term used for the assessment of the condition of a particular comic book. This is particularly prevalent with british comics from the 1950s and earlymid 1960s. Consists of accurate highresolution images of the front and back of the book, shown encapsulated in its cgc holder. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues. As wood of atlas comics explains, bags come in four different comic book size that match the four key periods in comicbook history. Comic link the online vintage comic book and comic art.
Every comic on this site is graded by our two grading experts who have over 40. But only when the book is otherwise quite beautiful, and the tape does not in any way mar the appearance of the book. We are fair, honest, and we pay high prices for 1940s, 1950s and 1960s era comics. Grading a book with an ink stamp on cover comic book. Comic book collecting is a hobby that treats comic books and related items as collectibles or artwork to be sought after and preserved.
A couple of minor flaws might be allowable, but no more. The two main methods of describing an overall grade are numerical, and symbol. I thought i knew a lot about grading but he taught me things i had no clue about. Comic book value packs comic book value packs are a great way to pick up a lot of comics cheaply. Follow along with the written instructions, or watch our new video guide. Therefore being able to correctly determine the grade of a comic is an important skill for buyers and sellers alike. After being examined by a restoration detection professional, the comic books are placed in barcoded mylar sleeves, and separated from their original invoice. Grading of comics can be subjective, although there are basic agreed upon standards within the industry. Comic book grading company the affordable and reliable. Grading is an inherently subjective process and there will always be small differences in opinion. Grading standards are based on the standards laid out in the overstreet grading guide with additional experience gained from our years in the comic industry. The grade of a comic book is a shorthand description of the book s condition.
How to store your comic book treasures protect america. Gp analysis lists us as a cgc the comic book grading authority online auction firm. Visual glossary of terms used in comic book grading this is by far the largest glossary of comic book grading and description terms, i have found online. How to store your comic book treasures protect america home. Note that we include marvel chipping under this definition, a phenomenon well known to the collectors of early 1960s marvel comics. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to the largest, most complete comic book price guide with well over 1,000,000 comics in our database. Warren was creator of the overstreet update and editor of it for 10 years 19821992. A nice comic with a piece up to the size of a standard postage stamp torn from one corner. The worlds largest collectibles auctioneer comic books, vintage comics, original and animation art. In the example above carnage part one is not part of the title. Vault grading provides grading, pressing, encapsulation, valuation, and screening services to comic book collectors. In general, the more restoration has been performed, the less the comic is worth compared to its apparent grade value. Golden from around 1930 to 1960, silver 1960 to 1970, regular 1965. Learn how to grade before you sell old comic books.
How to grade your comics comic book grading labels. We accept payment made by credit card, personal check, money order or we can send you an invoice via paypal using your paypal email address. Comic grading company has a simple and affordable pricing structure without any clubs to join. Superworld comics buying and selling comic books, free. We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. Then, they will put in a protective sleeve and seal it. Cgc grading scale cgc uses a 10point grading scale to evaluate comics. What is comic book grading and why is it important. These include the later 10 cent issues and all 12 cent issues, which ended in mid1969. See the listing images to get a better evaluation of condition. This collectibles shop page has the standard 10 point grading scale and definitions, as used in the overstreet guide. If you want to sell old comic books youve just found or inherited, then these are the challenges you are going to face.
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. The company was founded by alec born and steve borock, the latter earning a reputation in the community while working many years at. If you are unsure what the title is, look at the indicia small block of text inside front or rear cover. You can ship it to them or take it to a convention where they will be at and they will tell you what grade it is considered to be. One of our goals for the new website is to offer an easier online experience for our customers. For cheaper comics graded on the basic grading scale, we show you a stock image of what that issues cover looks like, but we dont scan the exact book being. The guide to comics, where he was at the helm from 19932003. A lightly restored book will be valued higher than a book with heavy restoration in the same apparent grade. Increase your comic book collection and enjoy reading this comic book featuring dcs superman see the listing images to get a better evaluation of condition.
We can help you find the fair value of your comics. The worlds largest collectibles auctioneer comic books, vintage comics, original. There is a numeric system which corresponds to a titled grading system. Subsequently, jon became senior price guide editor for wizard. The list of comic books graded by cgc that shows scarcity between books. Ok, so i have some thor books and they all have pastime 25ct comics in an ink stamp on the cover, pretty decent shape if not for this stamp, what does a stamp on the cover do to the grade, whats the highest grade they can have with the stamplets say for example its a vf book without the stamp, what should the stamp now lower the grade to. Golden from around 1930 to 1960, silver 1960 to 1970, regular 1965 to 1980s and current 1990 through today. Cgc comics guaranty company is a business that will grade your comic book for you, for a price.
When grading gets to fine, you start operating on a point system. We need to emphasize, however, that not more than two of the above mentioned flaws can appear in the same comic. These records are from an impartial 3rd party source gp analysis. 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. We are always interested in buying comic book collections and original comic book art. Comic book grading definitions classic comics, inc. Comic book value packs are a great way to pick up a lot of comics cheaply. Locate the book in the list of books you might need to change the drop list to go to another page. A guide to grading the comic book price guide for great. Digital imaging for comic books submitted under any of cgc grading and service tiers. This company was started by steve borock, the former president of cgc so he definitely has some clout in the industry. Comiclink is the online vintage comic book and comic art auction destination featuring comic book auctions spotlighting the most desirable cgc graded examples of key comics, as well as comic art auctions featuring the biggest names in comic book illustration from the golden age to the present. 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.
We are proud to provide certification and grading services for collectors and hobbyist in the comic book industry. The grade of a comic book is a shorthand description of the books condition. His videos are well worth your time, especially if you are considering investing in comics or sending comics to cgc to be graded. A comic book in fr condition may have nonstory elements such as coupons, ad pages, or marvel value stamps cut or torn out of the book. 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.
Dealers and graders may often disagree with some grading classifications. 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. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Then, simply register or login to start the submission process. Cover shows significant wear, and may be loose or even detached at one staple. 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. Grading a book with an ink stamp on cover comic book talk. Comic book submission cbgc provides the only easy to use, online comic submission form. Some wear may present on the grading slab andor plastic sleeve. Increase your comic book collection and enjoy reading this comic book featuring dcs superman. Romita art, gladiator origin, marvel 1960s comic book, daredevil 18 cgc graded 8. A comic must be relatively complete to be successfully restored. We are currently migrating data to our new system and conducting tests, and we are really excited for you to try it out.
These comic grading services will grade a comic and then seal the comic in a hard plastic case that displays the assigned grade. We are fair, honest, and we pay high prices for 1940s, 1950s and 1960 s era comics. And in some instances even a second flaw can drop a. Comic book grades are given to a book reflecting the quality of printing, storage, and upkeep of a particular book. Sep 16, 2014 i found this guy on you tube and he really knows his stuff. 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. 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. Certified guaranty company cgc is a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other collectibles. Before you ship your comics, please read the shipping information below. Additionally, some comics are slabbed by cgc, cbcs, or pgx. 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. Preventative restoration, widely used and accepted by collectors, consists of nonadditive restoration on a book with one or two major defects. Therefore, mcg is acting both as a grading unit for mcb and trying to fill a void in both affordability and availability in the world of comic book grading.
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