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The Phantom Pages: Exposing the Fake Comic Book Market
Let’s get one thing straight—reprints are not the problem. Marvel Tales, True Believers, and even those newsstand throwbacks have a rightful place in our collections. What we’re talking about are frauds passed off as originals. Books that have been tampered with, restored without disclosure, or entirely fabricated using modern printing techniques to mimic vintage texture and wear.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (April 9th 2025 to April 22nd 2025)
In the most recent fortnight (April 9th 2025 to April 22nd 2025), GPAnalysis reports $4.7M in sales, from 20,161 individual books, across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $98.
The Many Faces of Comic Book Collectors: A Breakdown of Collector Archetypes
Step into any comic shop, convention floor, or Facebook group and you'll quickly realize one thing: comic book collectors are a wildly diverse bunch. They come armed with checklists, spreadsheets, or just a gut feeling about what they love. Some are chasing grails, others nostalgia.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (March 24th 2025 to April 6th 2025)
In the most recent fortnight (March 24th 2025 to April 6th 2025) GPAnalysis reports $11.2M in sales, from 22,750 individual books, across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $90.
How to Spot a Pressed Comic Book: The Collector’s Guide to Knowing What’s Been Smoothed
In today’s comic book market, pressing has become almost as common as grading. But while pressing is a perfectly accepted restoration-free process (at least by CGC standards), being able to spot a pressed book can give collectors an edge — especially when evaluating raw comics or reassessing old slabs.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (March 12th 2025, to March 25th 2025)
In the most recent fortnight (March 12th 2025 to March 25th 2025) GPAnalysis reports $4.7M in sales, from 21,955 individual books, across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $87.
Choosing a Comic Book Grading Company: Which One is Right for You?
If you’re looking to grade your comic books, you’ve likely come across the big names in the industry: CGC, CBCS, and PGX. Each has its own strengths, but which one should you choose? The answer depends on your goals—whether you’re grading for resale value, preservation, or personal satisfaction.
Decoding the Colors of Comic Book Grading: What They Mean and Why They Matter
Comic book collectors are no strangers to the impact of color. From vibrant Golden Age covers to modern foil variants, color plays a massive role in the hobby. But one place where color carries serious weight is comic book grading.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (2/26/2025 to 3/11/2025)
$4.8M in sales from 20,951 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps.
Comic Book Grading: A Collector’s Guide
Comic book grading is an essential part of collecting. Whether you're buying, selling, or just preserving your collection, understanding how grading works can mean the difference between a comic worth hundreds (or thousands) and one that barely holds value
Market Report JAN 2025: A deep dive into comic sales
The January 2025 sales report isn’t just about record-breaking numbers—it’s a window into the pulse of the market. While Action Comics #1 steals headlines, the real story lies in the trends: Silver Age remain rock solid, high-grade Bronze and Modern books are surging, and CGC grades continue to command premiums.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (2/11/2025 to 2/24/2025)
In the most recent fortnight (February 11th to February 24th, 2025), GPAnalysis reported $5.3M in sales from 21,184 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines, and pulps at a median price of $90.
Is the Fantastic Four trailer creating a comic market frenzy?
Since the trailer’s debut, key Fantastic Four issues have seen notable market movement, with increased collector and investor interest in major character first appearances and storylines.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (1/29/2025 to 2/11/2025)
In the most recent fortnight (January 29th 2025, to February 11th 2025), GPAnalysis reports $4.8M in sales from 20,116 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $92.
CGC's Green Label of Confusion
Green is a color that often carries powerful meaning. On one hand, it symbolizes health and life: think of the green grass after a spring shower or the vegetables we’re encouraged to eat. On the other hand, green can represent less-than-ideal traits, like jealousy ("green with envy"), greed ("green with greed"), or even illness ("so sick they looked green!").
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (1/6/2025 to 1/19/2025)
In the most recent fortnight (January 6th 2025, to January 19th 2025), GPAnalysis reports $9.9M in sales from 20,405 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $100.
Collector Hub: Year in Review 2024
As the year winds down, we're excited to reflect on this incredible year for The Collector Hub. It's been a year of deep dives, engaging themes, and vibrant insights with over 70 articles published in 2024.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (11/26/2024 to 12/9/2024)
In the most recent fortnight (November 26th 2024, to December 9th 2024), GPAnalysis reports $4.9M in sales from 20,789 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps.