PGM Avengers #47 2 2

[ivegotneatstuff]

Opinions appreciated! This was picked up from the original owner last year. Unfortunately has a stain of unknown origin on the inside front cover.. wonder if this can be removed somehow (without scissors)

 

 

 

Edited October 6, 2019 by ivegotneatstuff

[Dino-Mutt]

Wow, That is a scary nice cover! IMO, this book presents like an 8.5-9.0 without the stain. I can't seem to see the stain from the outside though. I would estimate an 8.0, maybe the nicest presenting 8.0 ever!.  I have no idea about removal of the stain, but I would leave it as is if it were mine!

Edited October 6, 2019 by Dino-Mutt
ADDITIONAL INFO

[Catwomancomics]

I have it at 6.0 based on the stain on the inside. I'm not sure if CGC grading standards are in line with Heritage Auctions, but 6.0 is the highest grade with a stain from what I can see.  I didn't see any other grades above 6.0 that allowed stains.

This is from Heritage Auctions website and in Overstreet.

6.0 FINE (FN):  Back to Top
An above-average copy that shows minor wear but is still relatively flat and clean with no significant creasing or other serious defects. Some accumulation of minor bindery/printing defects is allowed. Minor cover wear apparent, with minor to moderate creases. Inks show a significant reduction in reflectivity. Blunted corners are more common, as is minor staining, soiling, discoloration, and/or foxing. Stamped or inked arrival dates may be present. A minor spine roll is allowed. There can also be a 1/4" spine split or severe color break. Staples may show minor discoloration. Minor staple tears and a few slight stress lines may be present, as well as minor rust migration. Paper is tan to brown and fairly supple with no signs of brittleness. Minor interior tears at the margin may be present. Centerfold may be loose.

https://comics.ha.com/tutorial/comics-grading.s?show=comicdefinitions

 

edit:  I have to agree with @Dino-Mutt that the book presents very nice and it's beautiful.  It's a shame it has that stain.

Edited October 6, 2019 by Catwomancomics

[Harry Lime]

8.0 even with the stain.

[ninanina]

8 hours ago, Harry Lime said:

8.0 even with the stain.

I agree....8.0...even with the stain. The key here, is you don't see it on the front cover...only the inside. Makes a difference.

[TSwift25]

It’s a very sharp copy, great colors, gloss and sharp corners.

The issues I see are the stain, what appears to be slight stress at the top staple, and the tear by the CCA stamp. It looks like that tear also may impact some of the pages. I don’t believe that would be considered chipping or pre-chipping.

I think it’s in the F/VF range. 7.0

[theCapraAegagrus]

8.0 IMO.

[theloveforart]

I am also on the cgc 8.0 bandwagon.

[Deadpoolica]

8.0

[Greg Ciraulo]

I'm thinking a ballpark 7.5  -- I think 8 is best case scenario, but I don't thinking it will drop below a 7. Nice book.

[WPPJames]

Super nice book! And I can't add anything much of value as I also go with 8.0.

EDIT: But it off, I'd lean toward the lower 7.5 end.

Edited October 8, 2019 by WPPJames