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. Jun 21, 2017 the term grading refers to finding the condition that a comic book is in. Pg denotes a single page and cvr a cover front, back, or both. 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is placed in a tamperevident sleeve, meaning that if the comic book is removed, the cgc valuation of the comic book is no longer valid. A new way to experience comic conventions and mesmerizing exclusive variant covers. Grade total universal top qualified top signature top restored top. Certified guaranty company, also known as cgc, is a sarasota, florida comic book grading. Everything you need to know about submitting comic books to cgc. Comic grading, from bag and board grading to full cgc. Cgc universal grade unboxing 1 of 3 graded comic books. Cgc uses a 10point grading scale to evaluate comics.
The cgc comics holder is made of stateoftheart materials and is designed to meet the needs and demands of comic book collectors. In this blog post i take a deep dive into all aspects of cgc grading in an. The story is by jason latour and the interior art is by robbi rodroguez. It also guarantees a consistent grade for the comic, which makes it easier to resell. The hulk, believing that rick jones is part of a plan to attack him, arrives to find the boy passed out. Today, cgc is the worlds largest and most trusted thirdparty grading service for comics, magazines, concert posters and related collectibles with more than 6 million collectibles certified. Grading process certified guaranty company, llc cgc comics. Independent certification allows magazine collectors, both buyers and sellers, to trade with confidence by mail, phone or online because they know what to expect from a cgcgraded magazine.
Today, we start our gcg universal grade 3 part series unboxing. The seller taped the comic and a homeprinted label to the inside of the lower half of the case. The blue label, as its name implies, is given to a comic that is complete and not signed. When you go to buy a car, an antique, house, or other purchases, you want to know what kind of shape it is in. It can also display the importance for key issues or the artist if by an important artist. Guaranty company cgc is a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other collectibles. Collector vintage marvel comics cgc universal grade 6.
Grading certified guaranty company, llc cgc comics. Unlike baseball cards, which are doublesided and can be viewed from the confines of a sleeve, comic books contain multiple pages and are meant to be read. But as a rule of thumb, as im deciding which comics to submit for grading i always estimate the true cost of. Spiderman, iron man, avengers, xmen, superman, batman, hulk, thor, super girl, s. I take great pride in my store and believe its offers many 1 of a kind items.
Collector vintage marvel comics cgc universal grade 9. After buying a few graded comics on ebay and starting my own certified. Collector silver age vintage cgc graded marvel and dc, comic books. Before cgc, the grading of comic books was left to individual dealers and collectors. And if you want to invest in a copy of any of the 100, which grade should you seek out, and why. Back in 2012 or so, i discovered graded comics from cgc comics guaranty corporation 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. The higher the grade, the better the condition the comic book is in. Collector silver age vintage cgc graded marvel and dc. 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. 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. As of july 1st, 2014 cgc has released new restored comic book grading for all. The grade assigned to the book should not change, unless any damage occurred postencapsulation, in which case the grade will be adjusted accordingly. While we cannot guarantee that a book graded twice will receive the same grade each time, we can guarantee that every comic we sell has been listed.
Cgc comic grading ultimate guide to certifying your comics. Buy and sell original comic art, graded comic books, and comic art prints. The cgc comic book shop offer as well as full cgc grading and slabbing we offer the following popular service. This 10point comic book grading scale is widely used now and you will often see people grade by simply putting the number value on the book with the classic descriptive grade. Universal blue no grade ng, a comic book that is in such poor condition that cgc will not give it a grade, but merely verify that it is an actual. Last time the numeric grading system was introduced as a way to assess the condition of a comic. In operation since 1999, cgc is also the leading provider of certification services for collectible comic books and has graded more than 2,600,000 comics. 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. Regardless of what tier your comics are being graded in, there are multiple costs associated with cgc s grading process. Though at times controversial, its proven grading system has become a gold standard for those looking to have their. It is not the practice, however, to use numbers other than those in this scale so you wouldnt see a book graded 6. Otherwise it is generally the same, with the bottom of the scale equating to poor condition, and a 10 being perfectly mint.
Cgc will slab pages of a comic book in this manner. Comic grading professional comic book grading eliminates concerns about grade misrepresentations by providing a professional assessment of condition and quality. View population reports for cgc comics, magazines and lobby cards. You can have a book that looks like a higher grade than it really is and sell it as so, but it turns out something you think is small is actually crucial. The grade of a comic book is very similar to a report card grade. Indepth look at the new cgc comic book restoration grading. Also, a cgc grade indicates authenticity of the grade. Cgc comic book grading understand the labels comic burst. After being examined by a restoration detection professional, the comic books are placed in barcoded mylar sleeves, and separated from their original invoice. Please read the shipping your magazines section before sending us your submissions and contact us at 8776626642 if you have any further questions magazine grading tiers and services. Weird tales never seen comic i sell and buy rare items all the time. Comic link the online vintage comic book and comic art. A comic book in a cgc holder is encapsulated in a new cgc holder.
Aaron albert, a collector of and an expert on comic books, has studied, taught, and written about the comic book genre for more than 20 years. The seller taped the comic and a homeprinted label to the inside of. The term grade is used to describe what condition a comic book is in. This step is taken to ensure that graders do not know whose books they are grading, as a further guarantee of impartiality. Pg and cvr grades are two qualifiers that signify a singular part of a particular book has been authenticated.
New to this, looking for some help, cgc universal grade. If its cgc graded, that indicates that its guaranteed that grade. This cgc universal grade slabbed comic has been graded 9. Which are the 100 hottest comic books on the planet right now. Weve got some huge books to unload, including a few modern grails. Cgc announces a new pedigree label and newly recognized. This new black and white label is a way to differentiate exceptional comic book collections known as pedigrees, and will display cgc universal pedigree in place of cgc universal grade. I have not taken the comic book out of the plastic case, but i would imagine that the insides of the comic book are most likely in pretty good condition, as the front and back covers. 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. Cgc throws in another curve ball though, because sometimes a letter grade will be given in place of a number, to signify a special circumstance.
Take a look at the pictures if you have any questions about the book. Comic grading, from bag and board grading to full cgc submission. Collector vintage marvel comics cgc universal grade 7. Books are carefully handled and tracked through the grading process, and always fully insured while on our premises. The term grading refers to finding the condition that a comic book is in. 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. This label is applied to comic books that are simply the grade as marked, with no qualifiers or special considerations. Universal blue a standard comic book universal blue no grade ng a comic book that is in such poor condition that cgc will not give it a grade, but merely verify that it is an actual original comic book. 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. Comics corp promotions connect comic book artist and fans in a whole new way with a better experience and service. The cgc has been around since 2000 and is now the largest and most reputable impartial assessor that authenticate and grade your comics, magazines, concert posters, and related collectibles.
Even professional grading services like cgc, cbcs, and pgx acknowledge that the same book may not always receive the same grade if it is submitted for grading more than once. A fr is the lowest grade a comic book can receive as long as the story and art are complete. Please read the shipping your magazines section before sending us your submissions and contact us at 8776626642 if you have any further questions. Below are cgcs grading standards for each numeric grade as well as the restoration grading scale. San francisco comic book company print mint last gasp. We have been selling online since 1997 and have a feedback rating of over 00. The following are cgcs current prices for grading tiers. Official indicia title remains blue bolt, despite shifting cover titles.
Understanding cgc cgc is a thirdparty grading service that encapsulates your book so that it has a universal understood grade. Well, it appears there is another thirdparty comic book grading company trying to establish credibility in the comic book industry. There is an easytounderstand label placed on the interior of the holder on certified comic books. Every comic book certified by cgc is graded by the hobbys most experienced and trusted team, according to wellestablished grading standards. What you need to know about certifying your comics. The reality is, there is no universal right or wrong answer that suits everyone. A high grade, like an a or mint, is good, while a low grade. The cpg team has put together our grading standards based upon market standards in the hobby as well as included extensive research into cgc grading.
Cgc, a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other. You can think of the grade of a comic book like a grade on a report card. Cgcs system differs from the other two in that it ranges from 0. Jul 12, 2019 this new black and white label is a way to differentiate exceptional comic book collections known as pedigrees, and will display cgc universal pedigree in place of cgc universal grade. Codes 5 days ago ebay coupon code comics general cgc comic book. You are bidding on the cgc universal grade comic in the title and pictures below. To qualify, the book must still be encapsulated in its original cgc holder. Aug 25, 2018 today, we start our gcg universal grade 3 part series unboxing. 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 fr copy will have virtually no eye appeal and will display major damage. I discovered graded comics from cgc comics guaranty corporation an independent third party that professionally grades a comic book. Please remember that the turnaround times are estimates only.
After being examined by a restoration detection professional, the comic books. 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. 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. Send us your comics along with payment, we will bag, board and grade the comics for. Comic book grading learn the scale and how to apply it.