What is VG NM condition?
VG (Very Good) An average ‘used’ copy. Still complete in every way, but has more obvious faults. A small tear. A heavier crease or two on the cover. Multiple spine creases OK.
Is CGC 8.5 good?
Below are CGC Trading Cards’ grading standard for each numeric grade. The card shows at least above-average centering and only a few minor manufacturing or handling defects. NM/Mint+ 8.5. A card with at least average-to-above-average centering.
What is NM condition?
A NM or M- record has more than likely never been played, and the vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect.
How much does it cost to grade a comic?
How Much Does CGC Grading Cost?
| Submission Tier | Max Value | Fee Per book |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $1,000.00 | $65.00 |
| Economy | $400.00 | $38.00 |
| Value | $200.00 | $27.00 |
| Modern (1975 – Current) | $200.00 | $20.00 |
Is CGC or PSA better?
CGC is already gaining popularity. They have more advanced grading techniques, more detailed grades, and faster turnaround time. As more and more are turned off of PSA strictly due to wait times, I think CGC sees an increase in popularity.
Is CGC a good grade?
Reputation. CGC is well-regarded and there have been no major issues with their grading. According to anecdotal evidence from a number of collectors, CGC has incredibly stringent grading standards. Their Pristine 10 rating is on par with Beckett’s Black Label.
What does NM mean in grading?
The No Mark (NM) grade may be used with principal approval as a senior semester grade or end of year grade to indicate the student has been unable to complete coursework due to prolonged health related issues.
What does NM mean vinyl?
Near Mint
Vinyl Grading System Never been played and usually sealed. Near Mint (NM) – The record has been on a shelf between other records. The vinyl looks glossy and clearly has only been played a few times. There are no marks on the vinyl and the whole package is complete.
What’s the condition of a comic book near mint?
Near Mint (NM) condition Near Mint/Mint NM/M 9.8 Near Mint+ NM+ 9.6 Near Mint NM 9.4 Near Mint- NM- 9.2
What should the condition of a comic book be?
Staples may show some discoloration. Only the slightest staple tears are allowed. A very minor accumulation of stress lines may be present if they are nearly imperceptible. Paper is off-white to cream and supple. Very minor interior tears may be present. Very Fine+.
What happens if you miss a grade on a comic?
While reasonable people can differ slightly in their evaluation of a comic’s condition, and even experienced graders can miss defects, a buyer has an absolute right to complain (and get a refund) if the comics you sell are not in the condition promised.
How are comic books graded on MyComicShop.com?
Comics listed for sale on mycomicshop.com are listed with one of two types of grades: At MyComicShop, we use the basic grading scale for most of our comics priced up to about $10.00. We use the ten-point scale to grade most comics valued $10.00 or more and those published before 1980.