Why Grade?

Find out why it's worth getting your comic books, magazines, cards, video games, videocassettes and other pop culture collectibles graded.

Benefits of Getting Your Collectibles Graded

Collect with Confidence

An important benefit of collectibles grading is confidence. Because the grading process includes authentication, an expert evaluation of condition and encapsulation in a tamper-proof holder, you’ll know without a doubt that a graded collectible is the exact item you think it is — not a fake and not deceptively altered.

Protect Your Collectibles

After grading, each collectible and a label with its description, grade and unique certification number are encapsulated in a crystal-clear holder that provides superior long-term protection from damage, counterfeiting and tampering. The benefits of encapsulation alone are reason to grade — especially if you plan to transport your collectibles. The holder preserves your collectible for generations of enjoyment and allows for easy storage and display.

Increase Value

A savvy collector can see a significant return on investment from grading collectibles. Sales at auction and transactions on eBay and other sites all show that graded collectibles sell for more than ungraded collectibles because collectors, dealers and retailers trust and value the grading process. Grading companies also provide additional services, such as comic book pressing, which can correct some minor flaws so that a collectible receives a higher grade and therefore a potentially higher price.

Start in Three Easy Steps

3. We’ll take it from there!

At CGC, our professionals open each submission under security cameras. We rely on the most advanced technology and our team’s world-class expertise to authenticate, grade and encapsulate your collectibles — all with complete impartiality and the utmost care. When the process is complete, we securely package your newly CGC-graded collectibles and return them to you.

1. Join CGC.

Who you trust with your collectibles is a big decision. More than any other grading service certifying pop culture collectibles, CGC has proven expertise, longevity and strict procedures to ensure impartiality. To submit your collectibles to CGC for grading, you’ll first need to become a CGC member. The price is minimal — an annual fee of $25 or more gets you full submission privileges and many other benefits.

2. Submit your collectibles.

Once you’ve joined, you can submit your collectibles directly to CGC. Fees for grading are determined by the number and value of the collectibles that you’re submitting and how fast you want them back. For peace of mind, CGC offers shipping kits through the CCG Store (you get 10% off as an Associate, Premium or Elite member) that include all of the protective materials you need for safe packing and shipping.

3. We’ll take it from there!

1. Join CGC.

2. Submit your collectibles.

3. We’ll take it from there!

Collecting Resources

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Why Grade?

Benefits of Getting Your Collectibles Graded

Collect with Confidence

Protect Your Collectibles

Increase Value

Start in Three Easy Steps

3. We’ll take it from there!

1. Join CGC.

2. Submit your collectibles.

3. We’ll take it from there!

1. Join CGC.

2. Submit your collectibles.

3. We’ll take it from there!

Collecting Resources

Determine Rarity

View & Share Collections

Verify CGC Certification

Collecting and Grading FAQs

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