CGC and JSA Announce On-site Comic Book Grading and Autograph Authentication Services at HeroesCon
Posted on 4/13/2026
CGC® and JSA® are excited to offer on-site comic book grading and autograph authentication at HeroesCon at the Charlotte Convention Center, in Charlotte, North Carolina, on June 12-14, 2026. Collectors and dealers can also drop off regular submissions of comics, magazines, pulps, cards, video games, home video collectibles and autographed memorabilia. Plus, CGC Signature Series witnesses will be available for signings at the show.
About HeroesCon
Founded in 1982, the Heroes Convention (“HeroesCon”) has gained renown for its emphasis on comics and its welcoming environment for all ages. It offers a unique opportunity for fans to engage directly with industry professionals and exhibitors. With a stellar lineup of guests, primarily chosen based on their reputation and positive contributions, HeroesCon has established itself as an essential event in the summer calendar, attracting enthusiasts, exhibitors and creators from across the nation.
Stop by the CGC booth to join in our latest pin giveaway! Only one per customer, per show and only available with a submission and while supplies last. Each pin is extremely limited, so don’t miss this opportunity. Also, stick around for our fan-favorite egg hunt and Meet the Grader event with CGC Comics Vice President Shawn Caffrey.
We've got even more to come, so keep watching CGC for updates!
CGC Pin Tour
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Fans who submit can participate in the CGC Pin Tour to get an exclusive pin celebrating the event. Shows featuring these exclusive pins include MegaCon (March 19-22), C2E2* (March 27-29), HeroesCon* (June 12-14), San Diego Comic-Con (July 23-25), Baltimore Comic-Con* (September 25-27) and New York Comic Con (October 8-11).
* indicates on-site grading is available at the show!
How to participate!
Step 1: Submit & Get Rewarded
Submit at any of the participating shows to receive:
- An exclusive show submission pin
- A CGC Pin Tour lanyard
- A CGC scratch-off ticket
Step 2: Collect & Unlock Pins
Collect any three show-exclusive submission pins to receive the Tour #1 Pin. Collect all six submission pins to receive the Tour #2 Pin.
Step 3: Scratch & Win
Each scratch-off ticket offers a chance to win grading discounts, membership perks and more!
On-site grading at HeroesCon
CGC is offering on-site grading for all comic book submissions on a first-come, first-served basis. CGC expects extremely high demand and space is limited, so submitters are encouraged to submit at the start of the show. If on-site grading submissions need to be cut off earlier than the deadline, submissions will still be accepted for grading at CGC headquarters at the regular fees and turnaround times.
JSA on-site services for autographed memorabilia
Submit autographed memorabilia for Basic Certification (COA), and items are processed and finalized the same day. Collectors can also submit items for the JSA Letter of Authenticity (LOA). These are observed the same day, with final documented results sent later by mail. Go to SpenceLOA.com/fees for submission pricing.
CGC Comics On-site Grading Pricing
| Grading Tier / Service | Fee | Turnaround Time |
|---|---|---|
| Modern Max. Value: $400 |
$55 | End of Show |
| Vintage Max. Value: $400 |
$75 | End of Show |
| High Value Max. Value: $1,000 |
$130 | End of Day |
| Unlimited Value Max. Value: Unlimited |
5% FMV ($250 min.) | End of Day |
| ReHolder Max. Value: $1,000 |
$40 | End of Show |
| High Value ReHolder Max. Value: Unlimited |
$100 | End of Day |
CGC Comics Signature Series On-site Grading Pricing
| Grading Tier / Service | Fee | Turnaround Time |
|---|---|---|
| Modern Max. Value: $400 |
$75 | End of Show |
| Vintage Max. Value: $400 |
$95 | End of Show |
| High Value Max. Value: $1,000 |
$150 | End of Day |
| Unlimited Value Max. Value: Unlimited |
5% FMV ($270 min.) | End of Day |
| ReHolder Max. Value: $1,000 |
$40 | End of Show |
| High Value ReHolder Max. Value: Unlimited |
$100 | End of Day |
CGC x JSA Authentic Autograph On-site Pricing
| Services | Fee | Turnaround Time |
|---|---|---|
| JSA Autograph Authentication Max. Value: Unlimited |
$35 per autograph | According to grading tier |
| JSA Autograph Grading Max. Value: Unlimited (2-autograph max.) |
$35 per comic | According to grading tier |
Note: All fees are subject to change
Looking to get books signed?
CGC Signature Series will be at the show with witnesses ready to put eyes on your prize(s)! Be sure to get your collectibles prepped with the CGC Signature Series online submission form to save you a lot of time at the show! Watch this short video to learn how to get this process started:
Preparing submissions for the show
CGC will be accepting submissions of comics, magazines, TCGs, sports cards, non-sports cards, video games and home video collectibles for grading. Autographed comics and cards may be submitted for CGC x JSA Authentic Autograph certification, and autographed memorabilia may be submitted for JSA-only services.
Why wait in line with your submission? Submit your prepared collectibles through the Express Drop-off Service and quickly hand off your collectibles to a representative. Simply take the following steps before arriving:
- Create a CGC account here. All it takes is a free account to submit, and paid members get additional discounts and benefits.
- Go to the online submission form for comics, cards, video games or home video. (For JSA memorabilia submissions, just bring your item to the show.)
- Select “Mail-In or Show Drop-Off” to start your submission. Please note that you’ll have the option to choose JSA autograph authentication for comics and cards after choosing your primary grading services.
- Complete the submission form and print the packing
slips.
Important: To ensure that your submission process stays on schedule, please place your collectibles in the order listed on the packing slip. Please bring BOTH copies of the packing slip with your collectibles to the show drop-off. Failure to do so will result in delays. - Keep your collectibles safe and secure until you drop off your submission (including the packing slip) with a representative.
- Go to the Express Drop-off sign to finalize your submission.
All submissions will be transported to CGC’s headquarters in Sarasota, Florida, for authentication, grading and encapsulation.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for comics, click here.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for cards, click here.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for video games, click here.
- To learn more about CGC services and fees for home video, click here.
- To learn more about JSA services and fees for autographs, click here.
Need more info?
Questions for comic submissions should be sent to Service@CGCcomics.com. Questions for card submissions should be sent to Service@CGCcards.com. Questions for video game submissions should be sent to Service@CGCvideogames.com. Questions for home video submissions should be sent to Service@CGChomevideo.com. Questions for JSA autographed memorabilia submissions should be sent to Info@SpenceLOA.com.
All CGC services can be reached at (+1) 855-GRADE10 (855-472-3310). For questions about JSA-only services, call (+1) 973-898-1300.
About CGC
Since revolutionizing comic book grading in 2000, CGC has grown to include certification services for a vast variety of pop culture collectibles. These divisions include CGC Cards, CGC Video Games and CGC Home Video. CGC Cards provides expert card grading for sports cards, TCGs and non-sports cards. CGC Video Games is dedicated to video game grading for the most popular consoles, including Nintendo, Sega, Atari, PlayStation and more. CGC Home Video provides expert VHS grading in addition to other types of videocassettes, DVD, Blu-ray and more. CGC also offers seamless solutions for autograph collectors with CGC Signature Series and JSA Authentic Autograph services.
CGC is part of the Certified Collectibles Group, a global provider of expert and impartial authentication and grading services for collectibles. Since 1987, the Certified Collectibles Group companies have certified more than 110 million collectibles, including coins, banknotes, comic books, cards, autographs and stamps.