Jan 16, 2014 buying cgc signature series comics on ebay. Cgc box blind opening key comic book grading haul comic porn duration. Shawn has been a grader for cgc since october of 2000, and with the guidance and invaluable tutelage from the core cgc grading team, hes finalizer for bronze, copper and modern age books. We stock newreleases, back issues, cgc graded books, key issues, funko pops and much more. Comics general cgc comic book collectors chat boards. Older books are more expensive to grade, and truly spectacular keys will set. Digital imaging for comic books submitted under any of cgc grading and service tiers.
Working with all eras of comic books gave paul wideranging knowledge of variants, printings and. In 2005, paul was named an overstreet grading advisor. Im new to collecting comics, so i know im going to make a few mistakes here and there. This vibrant online community supports collectors across the world by providing exclusive resources and acknowledging remarkable collections. We are cgc s largest european customer, having submitted over 8,000 books in 2019. I would be interested in scans of any cgced books that have page colorgrade combinations not found on the chart for future inclusion.
Consists of accurate highresolution images of the front and back of the book, shown encapsulated in its cgc holder. Furthermore, every cgccertified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by leading professionals during the certification process. Comic book submissions received by cgc starting on september 5 will be. Below are cgcs grading standards for each numeric grade as well as the restoration grading scale. Cgc uses a 10point grading scale to evaluate comics. Based in worksop, nottinghamshire, we are an independent comic book store. I recently had a handful of books graded by cgc, and a handful of books graded by pgx.
Well, it appears there is another thirdparty comic book grading company trying to establish credibility in the comic book industry. A proven and respected commitment to integrity, accuracy, consistency and impartiality has made cgc the leader in its field. Comic book purchase cgc warning be careful on ebay. Celestial comics has the largest selection of statues in the las vegas area. My wife and i tend to order a lot of things from amazon, so if you were one of my first few dozen customers your comics probably arrived in a recycled amazon box. Signed by legendary comic creators such as stan lee, john romita, herb trimpe, neal adams or celebrities such as walking deads steven yeun, danai gurira or david morrissey and many others. Ngc international uk limited ngc uk is the uk affiliate of certified guaranty company cgc, a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books. Art by jose gonzalez, esteban maroto, felix mas, and others.
The death of the classic storyline as a collectible. Older books are more expensive to grade, and truly spectacular keys will set you back a bit. Im going to my first ohiocon this year so id like to understand somethings before having stan lee sign my giant sized xmen 1. All in one collectibles 540 rt 10 west randolph, nj. Cgc rolls modern tier threshold back to 1975 cgc comics. Let me just say, cgc s customer service is atrocious.
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. See more ideas about comic book display, comic book frames and comics. Celestial comics is a division of desert wind enterprises incorporated based in las vegas, nevada. Comic book purchase cgc warning be careful on ebay youtube. A comic book in a cgc holder is encapsulated in a new cgc holder. It is the first independent and impartial third party grading service for comic books. Copper age comic books cgc comic book collectors chat boards. 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. Like i dont really know the protocol of having a comic signed. The grade assigned to the book should not change, unless any damage occurred postencapsulation, in which case the grade will be adjusted accordingly. Gutter welcome to a new installment of comic book glossary. Furthermore, every cgc certified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by leading professionals during the certification process. Nothing makes you want to raise your fist to the heavens, and scream noooo like getting a great grade only to have the dreaded purple label. When i first opened up my online comic shop, i was shipping comics in boxes that i had saved over the past year.
Visitors to the cgc website can access these valuable research tools. Cgc grader notes read notes and grading explanations inputted by cgc graders for many comic. Shawn caffrey, finalizer, copper and modern age specialist. Comic book shipping boxes that your customers will love. Verify cgc certification a database of every comic book certified by cgc with grade and label description. If youre a full time comic book dealer, you may apply for. 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. These reactions are normal since we all think we know how to grade better than cgc but the boys go through a lot of books and they for the most part do a bang up job. A forum to discuss movies, tv and video games based on comic book titles and characters. 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.
A jampacked collection of rare danger girl sketches fills this oneshot, including production drawings for the danger girl video game and action figures, plus breakdowns of the comic, rarelyseen covers, and lots more. Certified guaranty company cgc is a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other collectibles. It also guarantees a consistent grade for the comic, which makes it easier to resell. Founded in 2000, cgc is the first independent, impartial, thirdparty comic book grading service. Cgc census detailed report of the comics, magazines and lobby cards graded by cgc, with the total number of cgccertified examples in each grade. These books will be certified and encapsulated according to tier, and those grading below your specified grade are returned uncertified. Aug 06, 2009 so heres the deal, i have some comic books id like to grade with the cgc certified grading company but i live in europe, so id like to know the shipping fee they apply,and the price of the grading itself,lets say 4 regular sized comics from 1982. Previously, only books published after 1980 were eligible for the modern tier. Some have complained about the inconsistency in cgc comics grading. Comic book supplies auctionstore venues third party grading. Jun 15, 2017 when i first opened up my online comic shop, i was shipping comics in boxes that i had saved over the past year. Full access to online resources show submission privileges associate. Cgc is an independent member of the certified collectibles group of companies. We have sent 50 copies to get grades and not all books came back cgc 9.
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. We monitor the fire hose of online comic book sales across various marketplaces and report on the sales of cgc and cbcs graded books in our comics price guide. Digital imaging for comic books submitted under any of cgc s grading and service tiers. Cgc page quality chart here is a chart of the various cgc page colors ive come across in the wild. Comic books saw a tremendous surge the past ten years, thanks to a perfect storm of the internet, cgc, and online auctions. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. Your typical comic book top ten type list will profile specific interesting or rare comic books to collect. 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. For the most exclusive rewards, choose one of our paid yearly memberships. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings.
Furthermore, every cgccertified comic book undergoes a thorough restoration check by. Certified guaranty company, also known as cgc, is a sarasota, florida comic book grading service. To qualify, the book must still be encapsulated in its original cgc holder. Dealer listing certified guaranty company, llc cgc comics. As of 2019 they have graded over 5 million comic books. We are cgcs largest european customer, having submitted over 8,000 books in 2019. Membership is open to collectors of all levels and gives you access to the cgc registry, the latest news and events, and more. Usnav2724 cgc is a scam in the sense that they overprice for their services. In every field, collectors want exceptional value for their money the certified comic book field is no exception. Celestial comics is classified as an authorized cgc signature series facilitator for specific comic conventions, trade shows and individual private signings. Most are single highest cgc grades fantastic xmen animation art. Disney replaces bob iger a comic collecting polls and faqs, kept open permanently. Participants can display their cgccertified comics in predefined competitive sets, where theyll receive a point value associated with scarcity, desirability and. So heres the deal, i have some comic books id like to grade with the cgc certified grading company but i live in europe, so id like to know the shipping fee they apply,and the price of the grading itself,lets say 4 regular sized comics from 1982.
Let me just say, cgcs customer service is atrocious. 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. A comic book collecting forum for things related to comic books creators, artists, writers, movies, pricing. And nobody has more signed and graded comic books then celestial comics.
Get full access to online resources and submission privileges at shows. Includes a letter by future comic book writer david michelinie and selfportraits by dave cockrum, billy graham, richard corben, and other artists. The most expensive marvel trading cards set of the 90s 1996 marvel masterpieces duration. How to submit for cgc grading, submission center uk. Cgc graded comics every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the hobbys most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. My friend and i sent out 6 modern day comics for regular grading on june 21.
Ccs offers its services in conjunction with certified guaranty company cgc, the worlds first and largest thirdparty comic book grading service, creating a. 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 collecting community. See more ideas about comic books for sale, comic books and marvel. The company was launched in early 2000 and has since gone on to become a notable part of the comic book collecting community. Double digit multiples by steveinthecity may 11, 2020 10. Cgc graded comic books cgc is a comic book grading company. Mar 04, 2014 the thought of restored grade, also known as the dreaded purple label, has been known to make an avid comic collector or two, shudder, when they receive the assigned grade on a cgc submission. If anyone has done it b4 and wants to add any helpfull information, please do. I will never do business with them again, nor will i buy a book graded by them. The thought of restored grade, also known as the dreaded purple label, has been known to make an avid comic collector or two, shudder, when they receive the assigned grade on a cgc submission. In fact, in 2007, cgc crossed the millionbook mark and has now graded over 2 million comic books. How much does the cgc comic book grading service cost. The barkleys are involved in a fight over a waterhole. Through the years hes developed a keen eye for restoration and an indepth knowledge of the hobby.
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