![]() A label is affixed at the top indicating the title, date, grade, page quality, and any notes, such as notable creators. This process is often referred to in comics jargon as "slabbing". Then, the comics are sonically sealed in a hard plastic, tamper-evident holder. ![]() This is the only time CGC has ever used the grade "9.5".Īfter grading, the comics are placed in an inner well, a sealed sleeve of Barex, a highly gas-impermeable plastic polymer. Only three grades were given to comics submitted by Wizard directly to CGC: 9.0, 9.5, and 10.0. No longer in use, originally used by CGC/ Wizard magazine as a new type of slabbed collectible. No longer in use, originally used to distinguish modern comics *CGC will accept receipt of previously "RED" labeled books to be encapsulated in a new container and labeled with a blue label at the same grade. Signature Series Restored (yellow/purple)Ī book with a signature that has been authenticated, and is showing evidence of restoration These repairs include tear seals, support, staple replacement, piece reattachment and certain kinds of cleaning.Ī book that has evidence of restoration, either amateur (A) or professional (P), combined with the descriptors slight (S), moderate (M), or extensive (E)Ī book with a significant defect that needs specific description or one with an unauthenticated signatureįor example, an otherwise "near mint" condition book with a 4-inch back cover tear would be given a Qualified grade of "9.0, back cover 4-inch tear."Ī book signed by someone of significance to the comic, as witnessed by an employee of CGC, and the signature certified as authentic. CGC will slab pages of a comic book in this manner.Ī book that has specific repairs done to improve the structural integrity and long-term preservation. In addition to the numeric grade, CGC also uses color-coded labels to categorize comics: Grading label colors and descriptionsĪ 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. These numbers correspond with more traditional descriptive grades such as "very fine", "near mint", and "mint", with the higher numbers indicating a better grade. The comic books are then graded on a scale from 0.5 to 10. The graders look for damage and signs of restoration. This means that if two graders rate a book at 7.0, for example, and the Head Grader grades it a 7.5, the latter grade prevails. ![]() The grades are not averaged together, as The Head Grader determines the final grade. ![]() Upon receipt, the comics are inspected by one pre-grader for obvious defects (missing pages, etc.) and are then graded by three graders in a temperature- and humidity-controlled environment. The company also accepts submissions in person by sending representatives to several comic book conventions. Comics may also be submitted to the company from an individual who signs up for one of their three paid membership options. People sending in comics themselves can get a 10% discount from CGC by using the "Internet Partners" links on their submission page. ProcessĬomic books are sent to CGC for grading and encapsulation either directly by the owner through CGC's website or through an authorized dealer. As of 2021 they have graded over 7 million 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. It is the first independent and impartial third party grading service for comic books. CGC is an independent member of the Certified Collectibles Group of companies. Certified Guaranty Company, also known as CGC, is a Sarasota, Florida comic book grading service.
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