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LOC Collectibles

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    Are prices still climbing or have they eased up a bit???

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    On 10/14/2023 at 10:01 AM, Robot Man said:

    Sadly, we live in a society where money is concerned, some have the desire to throw out all forms of honesty and human decently. A smart collector has to educate himself and be vigilant when spending one’s money.

    I crack out a lot of slabs and keep the label in the back of the backing board. I fully realize the possible conquences for it. The ones I don’t crack are very high grade, expensive books or ones I really only want for the cover anyway. Or if I have plans on selling soon.

    And, frankly, I don’t really trust anyone I don’t know with my money…

    Agreed. It's a tough hobby for a new collector. 

    Are prices still climbing or have they eased up a bit???

    in Comics General

    Posted · Edited by LOC Collectibles

    On 10/13/2023 at 9:32 PM, darkstar said:

    If you remove a book from a slab keeping the label with the book does nothing to increase the price at which the now raw book would sell. The book is no longer graded and encapsulated ergo if you are buying a raw book at the market price it commands when graded, you overpaid for the book.

    For some reason you are fixated on whether the dealer is reputable or not, which is meaningless to the discussion at hand. 

    Someone mentioned switching books and including the label. It's pretty sad that the communities trust is so low we all automatically go to the "what would a scammer do" side of things. What I'm saying is a reputable dealer that's been in the business for years is very unlikely to do something like that with their reputation on the line.

    Also, just because a book doesn't have a number in the upper corner doesn't mean it's still not the same book. If it's a book I'm looking for in my collection I'm paying close to graded prices. But I understand some people only worry about if they get a deal or not. If that's you in the scenario then the book probably isn't for you. 

    Are prices still climbing or have they eased up a bit???

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    On 10/13/2023 at 9:08 AM, darkstar said:

    Almost nobody is paying the graded market price for a raw book. A de-slabbed book could have incurred additional damage, or it could've been subjected to attempts at restoration or pressing, etc.

    Or you're used to dealing with shady people in the community with no integrity? Solid raw book sellers will always be the driving force behind the collecting community. 

    Are prices still climbing or have they eased up a bit???

    in Comics General

    Posted · Edited by LOC Collectibles

    Here are a few highlights from our past auction..

    MARVEL COMICS AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #129 HIGHER GRADE | Live and Online Auctions on HiBid.com

    MARVEL COMICS JOURNEY INTO MYSTERY #85 SILVER AGE | Live and Online Auctions on HiBid.com

    To be fair, we're the top of the market when it comes to raw keys in the $100-2500 range and I'd put that up against anyone in the business.

    CLOSED

    in Golden/Silver/Bronze Age Only

    Posted · Edited by LOC Collectibles

    Hello Everyone! 

    First :takeit: in thread wins it and trumps all negotiations. Time stamp determines winner. 

    Payment by Paypal, Venmo, Check/MO, or Cash in person. Payment is expected within 3 days of sale.

    We have multiple references on these boards if needed.

    Shipping will be $8 within the CONUS. International shipping will be USPS Priority Mail at exact cost.

    Returns accepted on a case by case basis

    NO HOSers or Probies! PMs are welcome even if its to just say hello.

    CLOSED

    in Golden/Silver/Bronze Age Only

    Posted · Edited by LOC Collectibles

    Hello Everyone! 

    First :takeit: in thread wins it and trumps all negotiations. Time stamp determines winner. 

    Payment by Paypal, Venmo, Check/MO, or Cash in person. Payment is expected within 3 days of sale.

    We have multiple references on these boards if needed.

    Shipping will be on us for this one within the CONUS. International shipping will be USPS Priority Mail at exact cost.

    Returns accepted on a case by case basis

    NO HOSers or Probies! PMs are welcome even if its to just say hello.