phantomdj Posted November 10, 2022 Share Posted November 10, 2022 Have no idea what and where this very light red "staining" came from (possible from the back page of another book it was stacked under before I got it?). Knowing CGC they might qualify it as a "color touch. Glad I have another clean copy. How does it affect the grade? Nice book otherwise. Minor blemish on top right front and back could use a little cleaning. Thanks in advance. Galen130 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvelmaniac Posted November 10, 2022 Share Posted November 10, 2022 Unfortunately the pics are grainy and not real clear. From what I can see, blunted corners, 1/16"-1/8" piece missing from top right corner, slight color rub, slightly discolored staples, slight spine roll/fanned pages, stain on rear cover (is this the stain you are referring to?) My biggest concern would be the top right corner, without clearer pics to see any spine ticks/stress, IMO... VF+ 7.5 8.0 VERY FINE (VF): Back to Top An excellent copy with outstanding eye appeal. A limited accumulation of minor bindery/printing defects is allowed. Cover is relatively flat with minimal surface wear beginning to show, possibly including some minute wear at corners. Inks are generally bright with moderate to high reflectivity. An unnoticeable 1/4" crease is acceptable if color is not broken. Stamped or inked arrival dates may be present. Minor foxing. Spine is almost completely flat with a possible minor color break. Staples may show some discoloration. Very slight staple tears and a few almost insignificant stress lines may be present. Paper is cream to tan and supple. Centerfold is mostly secure. Minor interior tears at the margin may be present. 7.5 VERY FINE- (VF-): Back to Top Fits the criteria for Very Fine but with an additional defect or small accumulation of defects that detracts from the book's appearance by a perceptible amount. 7.0 FINE/VERY FINE (FN/VF): Back to Top An above-average copy that shows minor wear but is still relatively flat and clean with outstanding eye appeal. A small accumulation of minor bindery/printing defects is allowed. Minor cover wear beginning to show, possibly including minor creases. Corners may be blunted. Inks are generally bright with a moderate reduction in reflectivity. Stamped or inked arrival dates may be present. Minor foxing. The slightest spine roll may be present, as well as a possible moderate color break. Staples may show some discoloration. Slight staple tears and a small accumulation of light stress lines may be present. Slight rust migration. Paper is cream to tan. Centerfold is mostly secure. Minor interior tears at the margin may be present. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Pete Posted November 10, 2022 Share Posted November 10, 2022 nice relatively clean copy & an 8.0 in my humble opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scburdet Posted November 10, 2022 Share Posted November 10, 2022 Unless it's an obvious ink transfer, I think CGC would just assume a stain is a stain. Based on the stain alone, I think 8.0 would be the absolute max & then there's the corner damage. 6.5±0.5 & I would be worried CGC would land lower than expectations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendelbo Posted November 11, 2022 Share Posted November 11, 2022 8.5 Thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantomdj Posted November 11, 2022 Author Share Posted November 11, 2022 I thought this book might be a problem child. Grades all over the place, from 6.0 to 8.5. That's why I brought it to your attention. Maybe I should send it to @CGC Mike for his next grading contest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galen130 Posted November 15, 2022 Share Posted November 15, 2022 8.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...