The slightest bindery defects andor printing flaws may be seen only upon very close inspection. Back in 2012 or so, i discovered graded comics from cgc certified guaranty company an independent third party that professionally grades a comic book and securely encapsulates said comic in a sealed plastic slab with a label that details key information and the actual grade of the comic whew, thats a mouthful. This installment of cgc insider is part of a series, tune in here next week around this time for. Technically, a slabbed comic should not sell for more. Cgc uses a 10point grading scale to evaluate comic books. Jun 28, 2019 a 10point grading scale defines the evaluation of comics. Certified guaranty company, also known as cgc, is a sarasota, florida comic book grading service. Enter up to 25 books at a time and select the services you want for each book. The cgc uses 25 different definitions to label the status of the comic. Last time the numeric grading system was introduced as a way to assess the condition of a comic. Cgc grading process cgc uses a proven, multistep process to certify comic books, magazines, concert posters and related collectibles. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the hobbys most experienced and trusted team and according to wellestablished grading standards. However, if you prefer to grade your comics yourself, weve provided a concise, complete comic book grading guide below, describing all grades, along with images of an example comic determined by cgc to be in the corresponding grade.
Join the cgc collectors society to get direct comic submission privileges, 247 order tracking, and more. Ive always had an issue with cgc and their grading. Can be missing coupons, or even the cf if it does not affect reading. This book may range anywhere from poor to near mint and there is no obligation to clarify its condition.
Certified guaranty company cgc is a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, trading cards, magazines and other collectibles. Professional comic book store grading eliminates concerns about grade misrepresentations by providing a professional assessment of condition and quality. May 08, 2016 comic book grading is the process of determining the grade or condition of a book, which directly influences its value. Ill personally evaluate your comic using realtime market information and provide you with a detailed report via email. 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. Do i send the whole slab in as is, or do i submit them cracked out of their slab with the label. A comic book in a cgc holder is encapsulated in a new cgc holder. We will contact you once your order is received in our facility, update you during the grading process, and notify you once your books are on their way back to you. Learn about graded comic book labels, grading company options, pressing and secrets to the business. Founded in 2000, certified guaranty company cgc is the worlds first independent and impartial thirdparty comic book grading service. Cgc is the industry leader in professional comic book certification and has pioneered its well respected signature series program, a certification service that assures the signature on a collectible. Cgc s purple topped and shaded labels have symbolized a restored comic for awhile now, but the new iterations from july 1 and on will feature much more description. At first using tape, glue and color pens, restoration soon evolved, utilizing more advanced techniques like chemical baths and deacidification. When restoration of comics first began, it was a collection of crude, damaging attempts to preserve or fix comics exhibiting defects like tears or missing pieces.
The overall look is as if it has never been handled or. Cgc lookup scan or type number on label choose file. Its a long story, but safe to say the grading varies greatly from one to the next. Indepth look at the new cgc comic book restoration grading.
Cgc to cbcs, grading, and pressing question cbcs comics. Defective holders will be replaced at no charge, except when it is determined at cgc s sole discretion that the holder was subjected to. I have always wondered why new comic books off the shelves ar. The collectible is nearly indistinguishable from a 10. Cgc s commitment to integrity, accuracy and consistency has made it the leader in its field. A cover gallery for the comic book bugs bunny vintage disney posters, vintage cartoons. But because i am have an elite cgc membership, i receive a 15% discount off grading for all tiers. Shedding light on the comic book grading industry leader and other grading services. Ill walk you through prepping and submitting your comics for grading. Comic book cgc grading scale captured collectibles. Comics get marked depending on multiple factors, from gem mint at 10. To learn more about the available options for having an unwitnessed signed comic book graded, click here. In fact, in 2007, cgc crossed the million book mark and has now graded over 2 million comic books. While collectors have been restoring rare comics for ages, the certified guaranty company cgc has reconditioned their grading scale for the classification of these comics.
It also guarantees a consistent grade for the comic, which makes it easier to resell. Professional grading experts llc, aka pgx, and cbcs, also provide third party grading. Cgc realizes that comic book grading is an art that develops from years of experience, and while a consistently applied standard of grading. Since then, the comic book grading service has helped comic book collectors and sellers determine the value and worth of a particular comic book. The cgc grading process is designed to ensure consistency, accuracy and integrity while safeguarding your valuable collectibles. Test your comic book grading skills cgc unboxing nightmare. Lets explore everything you need to know about this comic book grading service. 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 collectible must have no evidence of any manufacturing or handling defects. How to submit your comics for cgc grading step by step.
Since then, the comic book grading service has helped comic book collectors and sellers determine the value and worth of a particular comic. In fact, in 2007, cgc crossed the millionbook mark and has. Ng no grade reserved for art or single comic book pages0. I have, so i made another video so that we can all have the opp. This is ridiculous, i paid for my grading months ago, and they just keep extending the wait time every month. Technically that is the value of an actual graded comic in that condition. At the current rate, i will literally never get my cards back. Here, you can explore the key stages of the cgc grading process. My understanding of pq means its graded against how it looked when produced and how much if any degradation in quality is evident when graded.
Ext a5 ct, pcs added, reinf, clnd, int lightnd m cf. Cgc prides itself on being an impartial comic grading service that provides a professional and impartial assessment of your comics quality. Comics that are submitted to cgc are graded by professional graders on a 10 point scale and. The comic book price guide for great britain a guide to grading. Pgx entered the market shortly thereafter beginning in 2002. Mystery mail call our comic book subscription service. Apr 12, 2017 this week, cgc primary grader matt nelson, discusses the effect of staining on comic book grading. Cf that would have graded higher than a fine without the detached cf. To view cgc trading cards grading standards, click on the tab for trading cards below. Submit your comics online using the interactive order form.
Alpha comics is acting as the broker for your cgc interaction. A cgc price guide comic book forums comic book realm. Cgc uses highly accurate, industry standard 10point grading scales to evaluate comics and trading cards. Founded in 2000, cgc is the first independent, impartial, thirdparty comic book grading service. Ngc international uk limited ngc uk is the uk affiliate of certified guaranty company cgc, a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other collectibles. Cgc grades comic books, magazines, concert posters and lobby cards using a highly accurate 10point grading scale. The grade assigned to the book should not change, unless any damage occurred postencapsulation, in which case the grade will be adjusted accordingly. Comic book grading is very subjective with varying opinions. Introduction to cgc grading for new comic book collectors. I had heard stories about cgc playing favors by giving harder. Most recently, cbcs joined the fray giving comic collectors a third option beginning in 2014.
Useful for when you are unsure of the grade of a book or do not wish to grade the comic. This is an exceptional example of a given book the best ever seen. The cgc grading standard was developed by taking a consensus of grades assigned to a variety of comic books by a nationwide pool of experts that included comic book dealers and leading collectors. Comic book grading learn the scale and how to apply it. Cover shows significant wear, and may be loose or even detached at one staple. Your prized possession is protected in plastic so you can show all of your friends. Last week i visited the futureand its in 3d old comic books. A proven and respected commitment to integrity, accuracy, consistency and impartiality has made cgc the leader in its field. I hope you enjoy and please subscribe and like this vid.
In order to submit comics directly to cgc for grading, you do need to become a cgc member. 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. Cgc comic grading ultimate guide to certifying your comics. Cgc was the very first company to grade and slab comic books beginning in 2000. Included in the report will be current market conditions specific to your issue including the last sale price, 90 day andor 12 month average selling price, the expected profit should you decide to sell your comic after grading and more. Cgc allows for production defects such as bindery tears or miswraps because that is how the book was originally produced. Cgc will only grade a signed comic if theyve actually witnessed the signature being written on the comic. To qualify, the book must still be encapsulated in its original cgc holder. Learn about cgcs grading standards for each numeric grade value in the scale. If you have a book missing these key parts you would likely not go through the expense of having it graded, and so this is an extremely rare grade. Next month it will be 170 days, the month after it will be 200 days, ad infinitum. In fact, in 2007, cgc crossed the millionbook mark and has now graded over 2 million comic books.
The grading standards developed by cgc for comic books, magazines, lobby cards and vintage photographs are. Have you ever wanted to test your comic book grading ability against direct results from cgc. Comic book grading company the affordable and reliable. How to ship comic books to the cgc for grading protips. 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. Question, i have a few books in cracked cgc slabs, and one in a pgx slab that i want cbcs to reslab. In the year 2000, the world of comic book grading was revolutionized when cgc grading burst onto the scene.
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