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Most signings are prearranged. Any signing being hosted by CGC, or by a CGC Authorized Facilitator where a CGC witness is in attendance is eligible. This includes comic conventions and public signings, such as those held at comic book stores. In select instances, CGC may accept signed books directly from the signer / publisher.

Unfortunately, if the signing is not witnessed by someone authorized by CGC, then the signature cannot be authenticated for the Signature Series label. Certificates of Authenticity, testimonials, photographs, video recordings and any other proof of signing are not accepted. When submitting comics, you can, however, select the option to have signatures verified by James Spence Authentication (JSA) and, if authenticated, receive a yellow CGC/JSA label.

Signed collectibles in non-CGC holders are NOT eligible for a CGC Signature Series label, but may request verification from James Spence Authentication (JSA) to receive a yellow CGC/JSA label.

Yes. Restored comics and magazines are eligible for the yellow/purple CGC Signature Series Restored label. These labels reflect the signature information as well as details about the quality and extent of the restoration present.