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CGC ''Certified Guaranty Company''

CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) is often considered the gold standard in comic book grading. As an older and established company, CGC has built trust and recognition in the industry over the years. One advantage of CGC is its long-standing presence and expertise in grading. However, compared to CBCS, CGC does not offer the ability to verify signatures after the fact. Although they are highly respected throughout the industry, their grading standards and procedures may differ from other providers, such as CBCS. Therefore, collectors should consider their specific requirements and preferences when choosing CGC.

CBCS ''Comic Book Certification Services''

CBCS (Comic Book Certification Service) has built an impressive reputation in the comic book grading industry through its transparent grading practices and extensive expertise. A significant advantage of CBCS is the ability to verify signatures after the fact, which is particularly popular with collectors. Although CBCS is younger than facilities like CGC, it is no less than them in terms of quality and reliability. However, as with any grading company, there may be differences in grading standards and procedures, so collectors should consider their individual needs and preferences when choosing CBCS.