How long do CGC cases last?

The CGC case will last for thousands of years. If you meant to ask how often the Microchamber paper will last for, then 5-100 years depending on the acidity level in your paper is the correct answer.

Can CGC cases be opened?

Can a CGC Case be Opened? Yes, but not without damaging the case and therefor rendering the grade and any certified signatures or markings on the book (if applicable) invalid. Unless done by or in the presence of and authorized CGC representative.

Are CGC cases waterproof?

We know that slabs aren't water proof, but it was amazing to see what happened when they came in contact with water. All of these slabs were in CGC-issued open-at-the-top poly bags (to protect against scratching), upright, in a box. The water came in over the top and filled the bags approximately 1" - 2".

Can you buy CGC cases?

You can't just buy the cases. You can either buy a comic already in a case or submit a comic yourself to CGC and they will put it in. Or are just looking for a similar type case for yourself?

How thick are CGC cases?

CGC grades most comic books that fit within the following dimensions: 266mm tall x 193mm wide x 6mm thick (except comics with hard covers or jeweled covers).

Why shouldn't you crack the CGC slabs you want regraded?

How reliable is CGC?

They have been mostly known as a Comic Book Grading Company, and they just started grading Pokemon and MTG cards. CGC is the big boy on the block when it comes to comic book grading. They absolutely dominate the eBay resale market.

What are CGC slabs made of?

The slabs are made with two sheets of thick, stiff plastic, and the books inside are encased in a thin, heat-sealed interior sleeve as well. A label inside the archival slab has a CGC hologram, a unique bar code and a description of its condition with a numeric grade.

How long is a CGC slab?

Most are same dimension 13' H x 8-1/8' W x 1/2' Depth and books seem just pressed between front and back of slab.

How much does a CGC slab weigh?

CGC box, one slab with mylar sleeve, 32 books, 32.5 lbs.

Can you read a CGC comic?

Can't open the book to read it — Old-time collectors who want to read and smell their comics won't be able to if their comics are all encased in plastic. There are workarounds, however. You can buy a reading copy along with your certified copy if you can afford to do so.

Can you open a slabbed comic?

That's why slabbed books cannot be opened and slabbing will turn your comic into something that just can be displayed (or stored away). Opening the slab (also called 'cracking the slab') invalidates the grade and it will need to be re-submitted to get it re-slabbed. So, lots of reasons to buy books that are slabbed.

How long does Microchamber paper last?

Some sites advise replacing every 7 years. Zeolites – Zeolites are molecular sieves that are imbedded into paper or paperboard. Zeolites trap gaseous pollutants either present in the environment or those produced by the deterioration of the artefact.

How do I know if my CGC is tampered?

For the outer shell of the CGC case, only the four corner posts are sealed. That means that the sides will seperate a small bit. This is not a sign of tampering. The label will occasionally fall between the slabs, again not a sign of tampering.

Is it worth submitting to CGC?

Most comics from the 80s are overprinted and are easy to find, even in high grades. If your modern comic looks like a 9.6 or worse, then chances are that it isn't worth sending to get graded. You would need to get a 9.8 from CGC on most newer books to make them worth your time and money.

What does CGC red label mean?

A red label, for example, was once used for modern-age books. This label – which looks quite different from the current design – has been phased out, and extended the blue universal label to include modern comic books as well.

Does CGC clean and press comics?

No. CGC graders will not be made aware that CCS has pressed a comic, except in instances where other methods of restoration or restoration removal have also been performed. CCS's pressing and CGC's grading services are handled completely independently from one other.

How thick are CGC slabs?

Moderns are in a slab right at 1/4" thick at the thickest point, the edge.

Do comics deteriorate?

Comics are/were unfortunately not made to last, usually constructed from cheaper paper which contains impurities that will speed up the process of degradation. There are things you can do to slow this process significantly, but incorrect storage will only serve to speed the damage up.

How do you store comic slabs?

Even after a comic is enclosed in a slab, safe storage is needed. Store the slabs in a dark location to prevent fading from UV light. Keep the slabs in a cool, dry location. Many collectors of graded comics want to further protect the plastic slab from getting scratched and place them in bags.

How do you hang CGC graded comics?

The simplest and cheapest way to display your graded comic books is the use of a plastic wall mount. These mounts are inexpensive and pretty simple to use. This is one of the easiest ways to get your books out of the box and on to the wall.

Is a CGC 8.5 a PSA 9?

CGC 8.5 encompasses the entire PSA 7-10 range. And then CGC 9 encompasses the PSA 9-10 range.