How much does it cost to certify a comic book?

There are several organizations that offer certification services for comic books. The cost to certify a comic book can vary depending on the organization, the condition of the comic book, and other factors. Here is a breakdown of some of the costs for certifying a comic book:

• CGC (Certified Guaranty Company): Prices for CGC certification start at $15 for modern comics (published within the last 20 years) and $40 for vintage comics (published more than 20 years ago). These prices do not include shipping and handling fees, which start at $17 for standard shipping within the United States.

• CBCS (Comic Book Certification Service): Prices for CBCS certification start at $20 for modern comics and $40 for vintage comics. These prices do not include shipping and handling fees, which start at $12 for standard shipping within the United States.

• PGX (Professional Grader of eXchange): Prices for PGX certification start at $12 for modern comics and $20 for vintage comics. These prices do not include shipping and handling fees, which start at $12 for standard shipping within the United States.

It's worth noting that these prices are just for the certification process and do not include any restoration or repair work that may be needed to make the comic book eligible for certification. If you need to have work done on your comic book before it can be certified, the cost of certification can be significantly higher.