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BillB private msg quote post Address this user | |
| I just inherited a bunch of (about 60) 1940's-era comics in decent shape and need to get an approximation of their value without formally grading and slabbing all of them. The Raw Grading option CBCS offers sounds like a good starting point. Those that come in at higher value might then be worth encapsulating, etc. My question is, how long does the Raw Grading take?? I can't find this anywhere on the CBCS website. Thanks, from a newbie to all tis. | ||
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 Masculinity takes a holiday.
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EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Take some pictures and put them here. We could probably tell you by the end of the weekend which ones should be encapsulated. | ||
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 If the viagra is working you should be well over a 9.8.
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| Raw grading should have roughly the same TAT as regular grading, minus a little time because they don't make the same label and slab it. Maybe subtract a week. | ||
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EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
| My single comparison experience (about a year ago) was a 3-4 week difference on orders submitted in the same week. | ||
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Just a couple things. There used to be a maximum value that you could submit for raw grading. I BELIEVE it was $250. Any book valued over $250 had to go through regular grading tiers. Also, it appears that raw grading is now a special event feature.   |
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BillB private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Hmm. Thanks. If it's only available during events I'm outta luck. I've got an email or two into CBCS but they're pre-occupied with the show in Texas this weekend. I'll post a few pics per EbayMafia's suggestion. | ||
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BillB private msg quote post Address this user | |
I don't want to overload you with images but here are some of the ones that seem the most valuable from a quick check at Comic Price Guide. Obviously, condition is everything--some are pretty good, some not so much. Thanks for any advice....           |
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 The apple sauce and pudding were the best part...
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| Wow. I would get them graded regular slab if I were you. I'm sure the money will be well spent if you express it as well. |
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EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
| You’ve got some precious treasures there. | ||
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 would be nice to have a snugger fit.
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Quote:Originally Posted by BillB I don't know if it's only special events. He didn't fill out the entire form. When I did, that note went away. Who knows though, the web site is a mess. Also, very nice books. |
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-Our Odin- Rest in Peace |
Jesse_O private msg quote post Address this user | |
@BillB I'm blown away!!! I've only ever DREAMED of holding that Batman 12 and Captain America Comics 38!!! |
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 I don't believe this....and I know you don't care that I don't believe this.
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GAC private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @BillB Those books deserve a slab and full grading service. Amazing books!!! | ||
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BillB private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @Jesse_O Thanks for the feedback! | ||
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BillB private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @EbayMafia Thanks. I assume you mean 3-4 weeks quicker for Raw Grading than encapsulating...? | ||
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 To answer your question, no, this is not where the comics go to die.
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MutantMania private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @BillB cool books... if you're looking to sell them probably best to get them fully graded. If they're for your personal collection I would just get some nice mylars and keep them that way. |
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| DAAAAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMNNNNN!!! | ||
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EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by BillB I don't think CBCS would Raw Grade those books, I think most of them are over the value limit which is approximately $300. Also, you would not want to Raw Grade. Initially Raw Grade did not include a Restoration Check. Many people aren't interested in Golden Age books that used Raw Grade...as it may have been used as a loophole to avoid a restoration check. Just go straight to the slabbing. If you want to sell them as is, folks here would be interested and @Sborock from MCS (mycomicshop.com) would likely be wanting to have a conversation with you. |
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| Excuse me while I pick my mouth up off the floor. Wow!! | ||
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tonyz58 private msg quote post Address this user | |
| GRADE THEM nice stuff | ||
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EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @BillB private message sent. | ||
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 I hear their hourly rate is outrageous!
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sportshort private msg quote post Address this user | |
| Holy Crap!!! @BillB | ||
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I hear their hourly rate is outrageous!
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sportshort private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by EbayMafia Hey, hey buddy, I thought you were through with all that buyihg stuff. (lol) |
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To answer your question, no, this is not where the comics go to die.
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MutantMania private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @BillB another option would be to consign them with MCS if you are looking to sell. You will get a good price but harsh grades. I wouldn't even try to sell straight to them though unless you're in a desperate need to to sell. |
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EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by sportshort @sportshort I am. It was a recommendation to get in touch with Steve B. Not to say that I couldn't be tempted to re-open the check book from time to time! |
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To answer your question, no, this is not where the comics go to die.
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MutantMania private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @EbayMafia fyi...raw graded books are checked for restoration | ||
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I hear their hourly rate is outrageous!
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Quote:Originally Posted by EbayMafia sportshort-swing and a miss!! I was sure you were trying to buy, those are amazing books. |
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I don't believe this....and I know you don't care that I don't believe this.
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GAC private msg quote post Address this user | |
| @BillB If you're selling you can try this forum as well. I'm sure there would be interested parties here. | ||
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EbayMafia private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by MutantMania @MutantMania you are correct, they are now. But initially the program did not include a restoration check so I think it kind of still has that Stigma for Golden Age books. A buyer would have to match up grading dates to policy change date. In this case, I think it would just be a red flag...potential buyers would wonder what was the motivation to do Raw Grade vs. slabbed for books of this caliber. It also disqualifies them from being sold at MCS consignment. |
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To answer your question, no, this is not where the comics go to die.
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To answer your question, no, this is not where the comics go to die.
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MutantMania private msg quote post Address this user | |
Quote:Originally Posted by EbayMafia So you can't sell a restored book at MCS? |
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