Comic book grading labels collectors condition comic book. Mar 27, 2020 when grading a comic book, the first thing youll see is the cover. 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. 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. 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. 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. This company was started by steve borock, the former president of cgc so he definitely has some clout in the industry. 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. Comic book grading has made a major impact on the market since 1997. Lincoln peirce has been drawing the big nate comic strip for more than 20 years. What digital items do customers buy after viewing this item.
Comic worlds stock all the latest marvel and dc comics as they come out. We will go into depth with the overstreet grading system. The best possible existing condition of a comic book. Consists of accurate highresolution images of the front and back of the book, shown encapsulated in its cgc holder.
Comic book value packs comic book value packs are a great way to pick up a lot of comics cheaply. I have ordered many comics from mycomicshop and wondered how accurate their grades were compared to cgc and i finally have atleast a couple things i can say from my experience. Furthermore, every cgccertified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by. 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.
Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the hobbys most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. Specialising in back issues and finding that sought after comic, we have a large world wide base of customers and contacts through being in the comic. Regular customers can have the titles they collect saved so they dont miss an issue. This book may range anywhere from poor to near mint and there is no obligation to clarify its condition. Comic grading professional comic book grading eliminates concerns about grade misrepresentations by providing a professional assessment of condition and quality. For instance, take a look at a recently featured comic book, action comics 1. I got tired of using standard labels, cutting, taping, searching, and wasting time. Pgx utilizes the overstreet comic book grading guide in its definitions of condition. We are a comic seller, comic buyer, grader and advisor and locator of rare comics. It is very rare especially in older comic books pre1990 to discover a comic in either mint or gem mint condition. Easily search titles such as amazing spiderman, batman, xmen and the black panther.
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. Cgc will have representatives there so you can have your signed comics witnessed and given to them for slabbing. The newest and second most popular comic book grading company. Hey everyone, quick little story for anyone whose interested in and the whole cgc process. For the most exclusive rewards, choose one of our paid yearly memberships. Cbgc has developed a proprietary comic book grading system with over 550 separate grading characteristics, covering over 20 grading categories. Look for evidence of tape or glue or other attempts to repair the book.
This is an extreme example, but the percentages are very similar across the board. Chuck rozanskis grading standards mile high comics. The owner, matt, who has collected comics for over 15 years, has taken his hobby and turned it into business. Note that more sophisticated efforts to restore a comic. Books that are coverless, but are otherwise complete, will receive a grade of 0.
Our grading increases the value of your collectibles, protects the condition, and improves their display quality. How to submit for cgc grading, submission center uk. This collectibles shop page has the standard 10 point grading scale and definitions, as used in the overstreet guide. Slab city comics currently holds thousands of comic books in stock and we pride ourselves on delivering a high level of service.
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. The company was founded by alec born and steve borock, the latter earning a reputation in the community while working many years at. An extremely exceptional comic with only very minute printing or bindery defects. Nostalgia zone comic book store buy and sell comic. I have been a comic book fan, collector, publisher pocket comicsmars attacks 1988 and graphic artist for years necessity is the mother of invention. Visitors to the cgc website can access these valuable research tools. Then the book is graded by the cbcs team grades range from 0. This issue of comic update will define each individual grade followed with an analysis of that grade category. In fact, in 2007, cgc crossed the millionbook mark and has now graded over 2 million comic. Wolfcomics the one stop shop for high grade back issues and cgc graded comic books.
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. The two main methods of describing an overall grade are numerical, and symbol. I was visiting family in england and went to lincoln to visit the game store. 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. We are proud to provide certification and grading services for collectors and hobbyist in the comic book industry. Comic book grading company the affordable and reliable. If you were to receive a grade on a book you purchased from us, after january 1, 2003, that was graded as nm that came in below 8. Vault grading provides grading, pressing, encapsulation, valuation, and screening services to comic book collectors. Slab city comics uk comic shop specializing in exclusive. Comic culture is located in the mall shopping centre, lincoln, lincolnshire. Start reading big nate makes the grade on your kindle in under a minute. Once your books are back with us in the uk they will be posted back to.
Books in this condition pre1980 are virtually nonexistent. Once certified by cgc, a comic book is encapsulated in a stateofthe art, tamperevident holder, providing superior protection and stability for longterm preservation. Raw grading labels the preprinted labels are colorcoded using the standard 10 pt. 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. Numerous collectors and comic fans will purchase coverless comics to either read or to obtain a filler copy of a book for their collection. Types of damage that place a comic in fr range include. We closely monitor and calibrate our staff to maintain adherence to our established standards. Big nate makes the grade volume 4 peirce, lincoln on. Welcome to your friendly neighbourhood online comic book shop. In this installment we will take a look at comic book certification services cbcs. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the most experienced and.
A european agent for cgc comics with full advice on submitting your comics and handling the complete service. Cgc graded comics professional comic book grading eliminates concerns about grade misrepresentations by providing an expert assessment of condition and quality. Comic grading company has a simple and affordable pricing structure without any clubs to join. A high grade, like an a or mint, is good, while a low grade, like an f or poor, is bad. Comic culture and the games store, lincoln, lincolnshire. Pgx was created to meet the growing demand for professional, thirdparty comic book grading. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. 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. Submit your books pgx comics pgx comic grading services. Grading guide pgx comics pgx comic grading services. Comic book certification, pressing faq cbcs comics. Jan 09, 2017 i have used both cgc and cbcs with good results on both. Books that have been encapsulated and certified by an objective thirdparty grading service take the guesswork out of the grading process for both collectors and dealers. As longtime users of nostomania know, the value of a comic depends strongly on grade.
Therefore being able to correctly determine the grade of a comic is an important skill for buyers and sellers alike. Some people will state that comic book grading is an art. Take a close look, ideally with a magnifying glass, and make careful notes of any apparent damage, including. Ngc international uk limited ngc uk is the uk affiliate of certified guaranty company cgc, a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books. 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. You can think of the grade of a comic book like a grade on a report card. Furthermore, every cgccertified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by leading professionals during the certification process. Have comics purchased from us or from your personal collection graded by cgc. Egs european grading service halo certification pgx professional grading experts vault 60 day comic grading mcg midwest comic grading. The most difficult, contentious and eternally frustrating aspect of comic collecting is grading.
Comic book grades are given to a book reflecting the quality of printing, storage, and upkeep of a particular book. The comic book grading companies will offer witnesses, so a representative from the grading company will stand with you as you get a book signed. 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. Tradeatape comic center is the oldest comic book store in lincoln, nebraska. View population reports for cgc comics, magazines and lobby cards. Founded in 2000, cgc is the first independent, impartial, thirdparty comic book grading service. 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. A proven and respected commitment to integrity, accuracy, consistency and impartiality has made cgc the leader in its field.
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. With comic books, once a book is deemed authentic by the cbcs, it is inspected for restoration and conservation by our restoration detection experts. In fact, in 2007, cgc crossed the million book mark and has now graded over 2 million comic. A comic must be relatively complete to be successfully restored. Each pack is grouped around a particular character or theme, and there is no duplication within any pack. Comic book grading labels collectors condition comic. The comic book price guide for great britain a guide to grading. Comic culture comic book shop in lincoln, lincolnshire.
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