Authentic vs. fake CGC graded comics 0

[Xia Qin]

I just purchased a couple of ostensibly CGC graded comics online and see now that there are differences between them in terms of font used on the blue labels, the silver sticker, and the darkness of the printed grade.  In particular, I am concerned about the comic graded 9.2.  Should I be concerned, or does this variation occur?    

[Xia Qin]

I just realized that CGC has a verification tool.  The codes for both comics were recognized.  One was graded in 2015, while the other was graded this year, which suggests to me that the differences identified above could reflect changes in labeling over time.

[Lazyboy]

On 6/16/2021 at 9:10 AM, Xia Qin said:

the differences identified above could reflect changes in labeling over time

[William-James88]

On 6/16/2021 at 9:52 AM, Xia Qin said:

I just purchased a couple of ostensibly CGC graded comics online and see now that there are differences between them in terms of font used on the blue labels, the silver sticker, and the darkness of the printed grade.  In particular, I am concerned about the comic graded 9.2.  Should I be concerned, or does this variation occur?    

Man, another fake slab, this is getting out of hand

[theCapraAegagrus]

On 6/16/2021 at 10:10 AM, Xia Qin said:

I just realized that CGC has a verification tool.  The codes for both comics were recognized.  One was graded in 2015, while the other was graded this year, which suggests to me that the differences identified above could reflect changes in labeling over time.

Good job!

[Kevin76]

On 6/16/2021 at 10:10 AM, Xia Qin said:

I just realized that CGC has a verification tool.  The codes for both comics were recognized.  One was graded in 2015, while the other was graded this year, which suggests to me that the differences identified above could reflect changes in labeling over time.

I wish other noobs would figure it out on their own like you have. CGC has changed their label 3 times so far.  

Edited June 21, 2021 by Kevin76

[ExNihilo]

On 6/16/2021 at 7:10 AM, Xia Qin said:

I just realized that CGC has a verification tool.  The codes for both comics were recognized.  One was graded in 2015, while the other was graded this year, which suggests to me that the differences identified above could reflect changes in labeling over time.

You would be correct.  I echo the sentiment of others, it's great to see new members (such as yourself) do the leg work and find the answer on their own instead of fully relying on the boards.  Welcome to the hobby and welcome to the boards.