Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with this whole CGC grading thing for comics, and let me tell you, it’s been a journey. I heard about this gold label, and I was like, “What’s the deal with that?” So, I dove in headfirst.

Getting Started
First off, I grabbed a few of my own comics that I thought might be worth something. I mean, who doesn’t have a stack of old comics lying around, right? Then, I did what any normal person would do – I went down a rabbit hole of online forums and articles to figure out how to even get started. Turns out, you gotta send your comics to this place called CGC (Certified Guaranty Company, I think). They’re like the comic book doctors or something.
The Submission Process
I packaged up my comics, trying to keep them safe. I wrapped them in some bubble wrap and used cardboard to keep them flat and hopefully not get all bent up. I filled out a bunch of forms online – which was a pain, honestly. They ask for all kinds of info about the comic book – title, issue number, the whole shebang. Then, I had to choose a grading tier, which basically determines how quickly they’ll look at your comic. And of course, faster service means more money. After that, I boxed them up and sent them off, crossing my fingers that they wouldn’t get lost in the mail or something.
The Wait
Then came the waiting game. It felt like forever. I’d check my email constantly, hoping for an update. Finally, after weeks, I got an email saying my comics were graded. But, here’s the thing – they don’t just tell you the grade. They also put these colored labels on them.
The Labels
From what I gathered, different colors mean different things. I got a blue label on one of my comics. Apparently, it’s called a “Universal Label.” They slap that on comics that are, well, just normal. I think it means there are no restoration or funny business, no pages missing, nothing like that. The grade you see is the grade you get.
- Blue Label: Normal, no funny business.
The Gold Label Mystery
But then there’s this gold label I keep hearing about. It’s some kind of special label, but I haven’t gotten one yet. I tried to find some decent info about it, but it’s kind of like some secret club. I’m still trying to figure out exactly what makes a comic qualify for this gold label. I’ll keep digging and maybe I’ll send in some more comics and see if I get lucky. It’s a whole thing, let me tell you. But hey, it’s kind of fun, like a treasure hunt. I just hope my wallet can handle it.