Bayowolf Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 Complete. Cream pages. Well worn copy. That little square by Hercules shoulder on edge is a small triangle bent over. Didn't notice that when I did scan! Thanks Galen130 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvelmaniac Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 All of the problems with this book are creasing along the edges/spine with a larger, corner crease at the bottom right and the small, bent over tear on the outer edge. To me, the larger pics/scans tend to exaggerate the actual issues, making them look worse than they actually are, is this the case here? The book does not appear to have a detached cover/spine split/rusted staples/severe staining or any other major issues, so... VG+ 4.5 4.5 VERY GOOD+ (VG): Back to Top Fits the criteria for Very Good but with an additional virtue or small accumulation of virtues that improves the book's appearance by a perceptible amount. 4.0 VERY GOOD (VG): Back to Top The average used comic book. Cover shows moderate to significant wear, and may be loose but not completely detached. Cover reflectivity is low. Can have moderate creases or dimples. Corners may be blunted. Store stamps, name stamps, arrival dates, initials, etc. have no effect on this grade. Some discoloration, fading, foxing, and even minor soiling is allowed. As much as a 1/4" triangle can be missing out of the corner or edge; a missing 1/8" square is also acceptable. Only minor unobtrusive tape and other amateur repair allowed on otherwise high grade copies. Moderate spine roll may be present and/or a 1" spine split. Staples may be discolored. Minor to moderate staple tears and stress lines may be present, as well as some rust migration. Paper is brown but not brittle. Minor to moderate interior tears may be present. Centerfold may be loose or detached at one staple Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evilskip Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 I'd go 4.0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendelbo Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 4.0 Someone had issues with Hulk's teeth. Thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bayowolf Posted July 9, 2021 Author Share Posted July 9, 2021 1 hour ago, marvelmaniac said: All of the problems with this book are creasing along the edges/spine with a larger, corner crease at the bottom right and the small, bent over tear on the outer edge. To me, the larger pics/scans tend to exaggerate the actual issues, making them look worse than they actually are, is this the case here? The book does not appear to have a detached cover/spine split/rusted staples/severe staining or any other major issues, so... VG+ 4.5 You have pointed out the problems pretty well. I always include some closeups so all flaws can be easily seen..perhaps this exaggerates the flaws sometimes. It doesn't have a have any detachments, the staples are a bit tarnished, but not rusty yet, and I have in notes that there is a moderate fingerprint stain, which I think is just above the ST in ASTONISH on FC. Thanks for the very detailed analysis! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadpoolica Posted July 9, 2021 Share Posted July 9, 2021 4.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galen130 Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 On 7/9/2021 at 12:29 PM, Deadpoolica said: 4.5 Agreed… Deadpoolica 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funnybooks Posted July 19, 2021 Share Posted July 19, 2021 4.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...