Anthriel Posted April 9 Share Posted April 9 Would this one be worth getting professionally graded? Not seen in the scans: a number of small creases on the cover, as well as an area that looks like pen pressure transfer from someone writing on top of it. Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvelmaniac Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 I assume this is a 1st print, I cannot see a difference between the yellow and gold logo's, as far as having the book graded, that all depends on why you want to have the book graded, is it staying in your PC or are you planning to sell, it is probably easier to sell if graded. sold eBay auctions for CGC graded books in the FN/VF 7.0 to VF- 7.5 are in the $55.00 - $70.00 range Blunted/rounded corners, small fold at top right corner, small color breaking scratches at lower right corner, minor spine wear with a few color breaking spine ticks, minor spine roll. I cannot see the "writing indentations" if you could point them out on the cover and inside cover/splash page it will help, I will assign a grade as if they are not present, depending on the severity they could impact the grade further. IMO... 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...
Anthriel Posted April 10 Author Share Posted April 10 On 4/10/2024 at 1:21 PM, marvelmaniac said: I assume this is a 1st print, I cannot see a difference between the yellow and gold logo's, as far as having the book graded, that all depends on why you want to have the book graded, is it staying in your PC or are you planning to sell, it is probably easier to sell if graded. sold eBay auctions for CGC graded books in the FN/VF 7.0 to VF- 7.5 are in the $55.00 - $70.00 range Blunted/rounded corners, small fold at top right corner, small color breaking scratches at lower right corner, minor spine wear with a few color breaking spine ticks, minor spine roll. I cannot see the "writing indentations" if you could point them out on the cover and inside cover/splash page it will help, I will assign a grade as if they are not present, depending on the severity they could impact the grade further. IMO... 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. Thanks again, @marvelmaniac! Sounds like this one probably isn’t worth professional grading. I’m liquidating my collection, most likely via a local auction company (ebth.com), and was looking for some standout pieces. Sounds like this one’s condition is limiting its value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scburdet Posted April 13 Share Posted April 13 I think this has 8.0/8.5 potential. Grading is a cost/benefit analysis. If it was a direct edition, I'd say not worth the cost. You might come out slightly ahead with a newsstand. There are a lot of higher grade CGC copies of this, and similar books out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mars76 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 8.0-8.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahsoka Tano Jedi Apprentice Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 8.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
