We carry extensive comic book back issue collections of underground comics, romance comics, war comics, western comics, horror comics, tv and movie comics and much more. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. Gp analysis lists us as a cgc the comic book grading authority online auction firm. Some people will not grade a comic missing its cover, but some give incomplete comics a score between 0. Great comic books of the sixties by billy ingram 1995 article. Most comics graded using the tenpoint grading scale have cover scans, so when youre considering purchasing a comic you can see the front and sometimes back cover scans of the exact comic being offered. Grades are given by the comic book certification service, also known as the cbcs. The learn to grade comic books course is the most comprehensive course of its kind. Please note that grading will always be an extremely subjective process and there will always be small differences in opinion. Nostalgia zone specializes in many comic book genres and titles other retailers often overlook. This grading process details the exact condition and completeness of a comic, allowing the seller to get an idea of how much it is worth.
We are always interested in buying comic book collections and original comic book art. Therefore being able to correctly determine the grade of a comic is an important skill for buyers and sellers alike. These records are from an impartial 3rd party source gp analysis. Ohio and began buying comics off the newsstand in the early 1960s, the very best. Jan, jace, and blip the monkey are all there, and the comic faithfully captures the spirit of the 1960s cartoon. Our system ensures that the comics we grade truly represent the grade that is assigned to them and not just an opinion. Most valuable comic books from the silver age 1960s.
Overstreet guide to grading comics 2015 overstreet comic book grading guide by robert m. 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. Yet another hannabarbera cartoon turned into a oneshot comic book by gold key. Dc comics introduced the justice league of america comic books in 1960. See also list of years in comics events and publications january.
The higher the grade of a comic book the higher the value. Tfaw things from another world comics, toys, and collectibles. The two main methods of describing an overall grade are numerical, and symbol. Batman was so popular that dc spun him off into his own series. These principles can apply to both american and british comics.
Eight great books about comic books publishers weekly. The comic may be brittle and defaced by other materials such as paint and glue. Please know that this will pass, please be careful and take care of the ones who need your help. The worlds largest collectibles auctioneer comic books, vintage comics, original. The premier online comics price guide free comic book values. Silver age gold gold key comics from the 1960s gocollect. The market value of comic books is partly determined by a grading process. With rare exception, comic books considered for the grade of 9. It greatly helps if you know how to grade comics yourself, so you can get a rough estimate of which comic will come back near the grade you graded yourself. Comic book grading basics what you need to know by admin on thursday, october 15th, 2009 4 comments the grade or condition of a comic book is the most important determination of value outside of the actual title and issue number. 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.
Additionally, some comics are slabbed by cgc, cbcs, or pgx. They are rare comic books in high grade, but in lower grades, are still worth decent money. Cbgc has developed a proprietary comic book grading system with over 550 separate grading characteristics, covering over 20 grading categories. Lay it on a flat surface or hold it in the cup of the hand. To grade a comic, you need to take in to consideration a number of factors before being able to assess the correct grade. Some collectors consider this the lowest collectible grade because comic books in lesser. Vault grading received my comic in september of 2016.
If you need to sell books please be aware that you can consign and sell on my website. 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. Pgx was created to meet the growing demand for professional, thirdparty comic book grading. In 1970, jerry bails, who had recently published the collectors guide to the first heroic age, was considering creating a comic book price guide. If youre looking for a hard to find back issue, we probably have it. In rare cases, a comic book will look much better than the given grade. Heres a short list of new and upcoming books that should have a place on the shelf of every serious comics enthusiast. An exceptional example of a given book the best ever seen. Next saturday, april 18, first second will be holding a virtual festival theyre calling comics relief. Fine comics in fine are priced significantly less than those in very fine and for good reason. Comic book certification service cbcs was started by professional comic book hobbyists with the intent of protecting our fellow hobbyists when buying and selling comic books. 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. It stated that superman was a character that appeared in action comics and superman magazines, so i had to have some.
Books with brittle pages cannot grade higher than 3. Grading tutorial lesson 1 comic book grading, to tell, told you so. Covering comics, movies, tv like no other in the world. Again, grading comics can be very subjective and have a company like cgc give their opinion can make comic books go for much more than their cover price, especially those with high grades. There are grades in between these basic grades such as finevery fine, but we want this to be a general easytofollow comic grading guide for the novice. New listing vintage 1960s archie comic book giant series lot of 3. Comic book grading part 1 certified guaranty company.
Only the slightest bindery or printing defects are allowed. As a kid, i first discovered comic books in 1965 when i saw the tag at the end of the superman tv show that was then in reruns. Comics worth reading independent opinions, news, and. The american comic book chronicles is an ambitious new series of fullcolor hardcovers, where twomorrows top authors document every decade of comic book history from the 1940s to today. Is it worth getting comic books graded at cgc or pgx. Give our search a try, take a look at the menu to the left to see how you can help us improve the site, or use my. Open the comic carefully and grade from the inside out. Comic backissue prices had stabilized by the end of the 1960s. We are proud to provide certification and grading services for collectors and hobbyist in the comic book industry. A larger amount of tape is also allowed in this grade. Comic grading company has a simple and affordable pricing structure without any clubs to join. The collections timespan ranges from the late 1930s through to the early 1960s, and includes many thousands of comic books in the superhero, scifi, and horror genres. Superworld comics buying and selling comic books, free. Grading rare and classic comics, marvel, dc, and dark horse.
As longtime users of nostomania know, the value of a comic depends strongly on grade. We offer modern, bronze age, silver age, and golden age comics. The best way to understand why a specific comic book received a check mark designation is to refer to the graders notes. In it, i walk you step by step through 27 comics at every grade level from 0. High grade comics best place to find buy and sell your. A guide to grading the comic book price guide for great. 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. If you are new to collecting underground comix, be sure to check out our top 50 comix page coming soon. The worlds largest collectibles auctioneer comic books, vintage comics, original and animation art. Comic book price guides are generally monthly, quarterly, or yearly publications which detail.
Comic book grading screenshots, images and pictures comic vine. Not with most grading services though, perfect means perfect. The real freakin comic book men greg eide has been selling comic books as his livelihood for over 42 years. In these rare cases, a check mark will be placed on the label by the numerical grade. Submit your books pgx comics pgx comic grading services. Grading, particularly by a reputable source is often used to gauge the value of a particular book, and grading by certain companies that authenticate and certify comics books for. Sell my comic books helps you sell comic books you have inherited, bought, or found in your home for the maximum return. A fr is the lowest grade a comic book can receive as long as the story and art are complete. Even professional grading services like cgc, cbcs, and pgx acknowledge that the same book may not always receive the same grade if it is. Prior to examining and grading your own comics, make sure that you have a considerable understanding of the used comic book grading definitions and terms. From 11 am 5 pm et, this free virtual festival will give comics fans an indepth look at the key moments in comic creation, and youll hear from many beloved graphic novel creators.
Sex, violence, drugs, hippies, and music from the 1960s to today in underground comix and alternative comics at learn more about underground comic books. Silver age comics provide you with a look into the past, taking you to an era of books that spanned from 1956 to 1969. Grading is the term used for the assessment of the condition of a particular comic book. 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. Comic book grading company the affordable and reliable. If youve stumbled across a treasure trove of comics, then sell my comic books is a great place to find out what you have. 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. 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. It is also best to procure a copy of the official overstreet comic book grading guide for immediate reference. How much are my comic books worth welcome to, a quick and simple guide to help you grade and identify your old comic books. Books in this grade are almost always creased, scuffed, abraded and soiled, but readable. There has been a recent rise in the value of cgc graded comic books.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. If you have found rare comic books from the same era 1940s with just the title batman on the front, then you may be a little confused. 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. Robbins was active in the early underground comics movement, creating the first allwomen comic book, it aint me, babe, and has written several books on the history of comics. This company was started by steve borock, the former president of cgc so he definitely has some clout in the industry. I tried calling several times, but their phone is disconnected or its been changed. 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. Please check out the website for new arrivals since i no longer have any barriers to grading and pricing books. Although some higher grade and more expensive comics will be sent off to cgc for. Buyers now have a very good idea as to what the condition of a comic book is. They simply look up all the prices in the guide, usually blanketgrading their books as near mint. Archie silver age comic lot of 42 low grade jughead betty veronica josie pep. Cgcs restoration grading scale is a transparent system that is much more descriptive and accurate than before. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Certified guaranty company cgc is a leading thirdparty grading service for comic books, magazines and other collectibles. See more ideas about comic book grading, comics and comic books. We closely monitor and calibrate our staff to maintain adherence to our established standards. Comic book value guide how to value your comics in 3 easy steps. Every type of restoration found on each book will be individually graded for quantity and quality, with a cumulative score determining the final restoration grade assigned. There are various reasons why you might want to have your comics graded by an independent third party. Superworld comics is home to many rare and valuable comics for fun and investment. We created this guide to help the many people who call us asking how much are my comic books worth. The first episode of lee holleys comic strip ponytail is published. Our grading methods are based upon factual and measurable observations. Visit us in ma, or we are happy to do comic book appraisals on location.
We have values for any marvel, dc, image, idw, darkhorse, or dell comic book that is in your collection. A small variance in perception of what a restored copy is worth can mean a difference of thousands of dollars on high end comics see formulae above. This collectibles shop page has the standard 10 point grading scale and definitions, as used in the overstreet guide. These books cover a wide range of genres, from superhero adventure tales to horror stories, allowing you to select the type of comic that fits your particular interests. Iconic comics grading is based on the overstreet grading guide. Cbcs team members all share in the love of our hobby and the medium. Everything you need to know about submitting comic books to cgc. The fourth primary grading condition mile high comics. Check that there is a centrefold and that it is attached by both staples. View population reports for cgc comics, magazines and lobby cards. Its recommended to avoid restoring silver age comics, apart from key issues, due to their relative availability. First, a brief history of comic books from their origins to the late 1940s. 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.
Comic collectors have established standard grades to describe the condition of the comics theyre buying and selling. Marketability is the demand for the book and also is their potential buyers interested in your comic. While the foundations of todays industry started in the 1920s, the events of today are shaping the industry of tomorrow. The comic book price guide for great britain a guide to grading. We can help you find the fair value of your comics. New events that shape the comics industry are always happening. Grading is an inherently subjective process and there will always be small differences in opinion. Comics price guide was the first online price guide for comic books back in 1995. Our company has sat well over 600 world record prices selling vintage comic books at auction. 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. Grading rare marvel comics and dc comic books we offer comic book collectors high quality vintage and very rare comics from the silver, bronze and modern age.
Originally published in 1992, overstreets comic book grading. Here are the steps to take to determine which are the rare gems in your comic collection and which issues arent high value. The most difficult, contentious and eternally frustrating aspect of comic collecting is grading. Similar to the digital comic museum, which we wrote about last week, comic book plus contains a near inexhaustible quantity of golden and silver age comic books. Comics with classic covers, first appearances, noted artists, and other types of strong interest from the collectors market will have more marketability then a common book that has no historical significance. Comics listed for sale on johns comics and stuff are listed with the basic grading scale. 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. Pgx was established in 2002 to meet the growing demand for impartial, thirdparty grading and continues to be the fastest, most affordable grading service in the industry. 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. Back to top the younger a comic, the less likely the book will increase in value significantly from restoration. Cream to offwhite paper that appears white or offwhite in the middle with aged outer edges, or exhibits an overall aged color that is more close to brown than white. Comic book expert who specializes in buying and selling pre1980 comics. A comic book of this grade has the appearance of being carefully handled.
The grade of a comic book is how good or bad its condition is. The characters in these comic books included superman, batman, wonder woman, flash, green lantern, aquaman, and martian manhunter. The grand comics database gcd is a nonprofit, internetbased organization of international volunteers dedicated to building an open database covering all printed comics throughout the world. 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 offered. 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. This is intended to be a basic guide so that you have a general idea of the grade of your books for pricing purposes. He was contacted by bob overstreet, who was doing the same thing. If we dont, add it to your want list and well notify you when its in stock. For collector and dealer alike, it is essential to grade the condition of a comic. Restored silver age comics also do not rise in value as much as a restored golden age comic.
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