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How do I find the most reputable comic book dealers?

Finding a reputable comic book dealer is easy if you follow a few simple steps. First, search online for comic book dealers who specialize in the types of rare comics you want to buy or sell. You can find the full list of CGC Authorized Comic Book Dealers in our Comic Book Dealer Locator. Second, contact them directly to inquire about their years in business, their specific areas of expertise and their ethics. Ideally, visit the comic book dealer in person to verify that their comic book shop is legit, with actual assets in stock. Third, ask your peers to gauge the comic book dealer’s reputation. Keep in mind that reputable comic book dealers offer free appraisals, usually at your home or business, along with a cash offer.

How much do comic book dealers pay for comics?

Comic book dealers buy comics for a range of prices based on many factors — primarily whether you’re selling comics for comic book collecting or for their resale value. If you’re selling your rare comics as collectibles, a comic book dealer will consider their grade and market value when determining how much they’ll pay you.

How do comic book dealers make money?

Comic book dealers make money by selling comics at their comic book shops or at comic book shows for a higher price than what they paid to buy them. Generally, dealers sell comics faster when the comics are rarer and of a higher grade. Dealers make a lower profit, percentage-wise, on these rare comics but the dollar value is usually higher. On any given sale, a comic book dealer might take anywhere from one cent to thousands of dollars in profit. Visit the CGC Comic Book Dealer Locator to find local comic book dealers who will give you a fair price for your comics.

Which comics are dealers looking for?

Comic book dealers are always looking for rare comics and other pieces they can sell in their comic book shop to comic book collectors, comic book buyers and investors. A trusted comic book dealer is one who knows the comics market and keeps an eye out for special features that help when selling comics. Visit the CGC Comic Book Dealer Locator to find comic book dealers and their comic book specialties.

How much does it cost to get comics appraised?

Comic book dealers provide comic book appraisals for free. Getting your comics graded helps a comic book dealer determine a rare comic’s true value and also improves your chances of selling the comic at a higher price. Comic book grading services require comic book collectors to become paid members before submitting their comics for grading. There is also a grading fee per comic, depending on the type of comic, the total number of comics you’re submitting and your required turnaround time. Visit the CGC website for the company’s comic book grading costs and to learn about the CGC comics grading process.

What is the best way to sell old comics?

When it’s time to sell your comics, there are three main ways to do it. First, you can bring your comics to a comic book dealer at your local comic book shop. This option is ideal for a typical comic book collection. Second, you can bring your rare comics or your more valuable comics to a comic book show where comic book dealers set up booths and are eager to buy. Third, you can sell your comics online through eBay, an online comic book dealer or a major auction house. Selling online might take a little more time, but it’s a great option if you want a global audience to see your rare comics. However, the guidance of a local comic book dealer can also help in this process. It is highly recommended that you authenticate, grade and encapsulate your comics with a grading service before trying to sell them. Learn how to submit your comics to CGC.

How do I become a CGC Authorized Dealer?

For information on becoming a CGC Authorized Dealer, please email CGC Customer Service at Service@CGCcomics.com or call, text or WhatsApp (+1) 855-GRADE10 (855-472-3310).

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About the CGC Comic Book Dealer Locator

The CGC Comic Book Dealer Locator makes it easy to find local comic book dealers and comic book shops where you can buy and sell comics. The comic book stores listed in this directory handle Golden Age comics, Silver Age comics, Bronze Age comics, Copper Age comics, modern comics and more. Search by location and specialty to find contact information for comic book sellers as well as dealers looking to buy key issues, first appearance comics, signed comics and other types of comics.

As the world’s largest and most trusted third-party comic book grading service, CGC has developed this easy way to find comic book dealers for the benefit of the collecting community. Our other helpful resources for buying and selling comics include the CGC Help Center and the CGC Census.

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Authorized Dealers and Official Submission Centers are independent from, and unaffiliated with, CGC. CGC and its affiliates are not responsible for the services provided by these companies and have no liability in connection with their services. CGC recommends that you carefully evaluate Authorized Dealers and Official Submission Centers prior to using their services. If you have any questions regarding their services, please reach out to the Authorized Dealer or Official Submission Center directly.