sartrexpress

13 hours ago, Badger said:

If you ever have the time or inclination I know everyone would love to see your run of Cap, in order. If you haven't, you should also create a registry set and claim your rightful crown. 

Thanks for your interest ... I’ll try at some point to get a group shot ... I’d like to see more original timely art posted, It’s very rare but there’s still a good amount out there that would be nice to see... 

Issue #60 was the last copy in high grade I was able to find that completed my Cap run. 

6 hours ago, comicnoir said:

I believe 72 is Gene Colan.

6 hours ago, comicnoir said:

I believe 72 is Gene Colan.

I think so... I'm a big fan of his art.. he had a great eye for angles....... top and corner shots of a scene. 

A recent find

6 hours ago, MasterChief said:

The basic principle of comparative image analysis is to evaluate how the collectible may have changed over time through examination, detection, localization, and quantification of different kinds of physical traits and features using before and after digital imagery. The aim is to understand the differences and similarities in the imaged item and arrive at reasonable, objective conclusions as to the previous state vs the current state. The practice is used throughout the collectibles industry when conducting provenance research, certification history, and buying and selling due diligence with countless positive exemplars presented on these and other hobby forums and print media down through the years. 

While I would tend to agree that color values of an image may render somewhat differently in various makes and models of monitors and display screens depending on variables such as hardware and software configurations and settings, that should not limit or prohibit the practice of side-by-side comparative image analysis to arrive at logical conclusions when conducting research. In my opinion, to suggest the practice is "ludicrous" is naive and shortsighted as technological advancements in computer systems, graphic design applications, and image processing techniques to obtain meaning information has aided examination analysis not hindered it.

As far as the apparent "staple tears" on the back cover goes; from my perspective, something is visible in the imagery which appear to be tears perpendicular to the top staple. Two of the images created in 2003 and 2005, respectively, give an indication of the defect. However, it is somewhat difficult the ascertain the discontinuity in the latter two scans created in 2019 as the scans appear unnaturally white or "washed out." That said, when comparing all four scans side-by-side the physical traits of a tear are fairly established. If you observed the staple tears when looking at the book in person, then it may be reasonable to conclude the imagery comparison supports that observation. The only question I would have at this point is why the grader notes don't mention "staple tears."

The below images are localized sections of subject book, back cover, upper staple.

Top row, left to right: scanned images CGC 8.5 (March 2003), CGC 9.0 (October 2005), CGC 9.4 (September 2019), CGC 9.4 WC (October 2019). Images cropped and resized for dimensional consistency and presentation.    

Bottom row, left to right: scanned images with high-pass sharpening adjustment applied.

(Click image for supersized view)

 

Comparing scans for structural issues works for me... what cannot be compared in scans are color and tonality..even "in person" light conditions will change tonal appearances ...Also, what we do not see in a flat scan is the spine through the side of the holder. If anyone is going to spend a million dollars on anything, I suggest taking the time to look with your own eyes and not depend on scans. 

2 hours ago, adamstrange said:

Goodman always paid in a Timely fashion.

fashionably late..lol......anyone know what the highest graded October copy is?

4 minutes ago, sartrexpress said:

 

IMO ... Heritage just like anyone could have overlooked or missed the pedigree.. Also mistakes happen as with the over estimate... I remember the White Rose Auction and didn't put it together.. (thanks for making us all aware here).. I would not have a problem if the Marvel 1 went from a 8.5 to a 9.4 if the potential existed for the upgrade. But after seeing the book in person IMO its still a 8.5 pushing 9.0. You cannot see the spine wear or the back cover top staple tears in the scan. In fact to compare scans is ludicrous as every computer is calibrated different and every scan at any given moment colors can look different. I have not seen the Mile High Marvel 1, but IMO the pay copy is amazing.. the Denver behind that one. 

Also... does anyone know why the pay copy is not an October copy?

2 hours ago, tth2 said:

Nothing's been revealed about the book except here in this thread.  Much as we'd like to think that these Boards are influential, I think there are lots of big collectors who pay no attention to these Boards.  Do we think Hariri, for example, has any idea about these Boards?  Conversely, I don't think anyone who's posted in this thread is a collector who's been driving the million dollar end of the market.

So I doubt that what's been disclosed by Masterchef in this thread will have any impact on the price.

In any event, even if the book has gone from an 8.5 to a 9.4, do the big spenders care?  Do we think that the 9.4 Cap #1 went for less than it would've gone for if its history hadn't been revealed on these Boards?

11 minutes ago, RareHighGrade said:

Except for the author of this post?  

IMO ... Heritage just like anyone could have overlooked or missed the pedigree.. Also mistakes happen as with the over estimate... I remember the White Rose Auction and didn't put it together.. (thanks for making us all aware here).. I would not have a problem if the Marvel 1 went from a 8.5 to a 9.4 if the potential existed for the upgrade. But after seeing the book in person IMO its still a 8.5 pushing 9.0. You cannot see the spine wear or the back cover top staple tears in the scan. In fact to compare scans is ludicrous as every computer is calibrated different and every scan at any given moment colors can look different. I have not seen the Mile High Marvel 1, but IMO the pay copy is amazing.. the Denver behind that one.