Why is there a comic book bag shortage?

Why is there a comic book bag shortage?

Telling shops that “due to a supply line issue and the paper shortage, we are currently unable to obtain the supplies to bag and board ratio variants. Unfortunately, ratio variants will not be bagged and boarded until the necessary supplies are back in stock. We apologize for this inconvenience.

What size are comic book bags?

Comic Bags

Are polypropylene bags safe for comics?

Poly-bags will not actually destroy your comics. They will simply afford a lot less protection against the elements. I would definitely put my “For Sale” comics into poly-bags, but only for a short term, say a couple of months.

What are the best comic book sleeves?

Best Comic Book Storage

• Big Fudge Archival Comic Book Bags and Boards (50 Pack)
• BCW Short Comic Bin (Black)
• CollectorMount Comic Book Mount/Stand.
• Max Protection Short White Comic Storage Boxes (5 Pack)
• BCW Long Comic Storage Box (5 Pack)
• Ultra Pro Storage Box Comic Dividers (25 Pack)

How long do comic book bags last?

Polypropylene or Polyethylene Bags These comic book bags are suitable for short-term storage (up to two years). Within this time, the bag will cloud/ yellow, and wrinkle. In fact, I have noticed wrinkling in these bags as early as a few weeks after bagging a comic book.

How long do comic bags last?

When were comic book bags invented?

This is the story of the humble comic bag and it’s evolution. Bags Unlimited began its long history of making comic bags in the early 1970s. Many of you probably remember Mark Macaluso from Fantasyland Comics.

What size are Modern Age comics?

Current / Modern Age Comic Book Supplies for Comics from the mid 1970’s to today. Standard current size comics are 6-3/4″ wide x 10-1/2″ tall. The mid 1970’s to early 1980’s are sometimes called Bronze age, but for the most part they also fit in Current era comic holders.

What size Mylar bag do I need for comics?

– (Current) 700M2 and (Standard) 725M2 mylars are the only two sizes that will fit in a regular comic book box and a drawerbox – for all other sizes, you’ll need to either use the E Gerber acid-free comic book boxes (which are wider than a regular comic book box), Magazine-sized boxes or CGC-sized boxes.

Are polypropylene sleeves archival?

Both polyester or polypropylene are considered archival-safe by the U.S. Library of Congress (learn more). The different chemistry between polyester or polypropylene gives them different attributes as sleeves and bags.

Is a signed comic worth more?

Yet again, I’m poised to say the answer is both yes and no. Why it may increase in value: a signed book that is authenticated by the CGC is considered more valuable than a signed book that is not authenticated. The reason is that CGC guarantees the book was signed by the signer. There’s no if, ands, or buts about it.

Are Silver and Bronze Age comics the same size?

Comic book size break down: Current age comic books are usually 6 7/8 x 10 1/2inches (17.5 x 26.7 cm) Bronze age and late Silver Age comic books are usually 7 1/4 x 10 1/2inches (18.4 x 26.7 cm) Silver age comic books are usually 7 1/8 x 10 1/2inches (18.1 x 26.7 cm)

How long do polypropylene comic bags last?

What are archival sleeves made of?

Archival plastic enclosures can be made from polyester, polypropylene or polyethylene. Although polyester is the most inert of the three, it can generate static electricity which attracts dust and is very expensive. Polypropylene is a stiff, high clarity, and chemically stable plastic.

What is a Mylar sleeve?

Made with Melinex (similar to Mylar as it’s known in North America), an inert, acid-free polyester plastic material which is perfect for long term storage of documents and works of art. Use these sleeves to store and present documents, photographs, comics and postcards.

Is Stan Lee’s signature worth anything?

Generally, if the Stan Lee autograph is on a comic book it’s worth at least $40. If it’s on a comic book of major importance it can raise the value of the book by a large percentage, anywhere from 15% to 30%.

Will CGC grade a signed comic?

Does CGC grade autographed books? CGC does grade autographed books. If a book is signed without an NGC UK or a CGC authorized representative witness present, it will receive a Qualified label (green), and will receive a Qualified grade.

When did comics get smaller?

I believe that comics shrunk at the beginning of 1970 to what is known as the “Current” size. Then they shrunk again at the beginning of 1980 to what is known as the “Modern” size.

How do you store comic books?

Comic Book Storage Don’ts Bag and board them, and stand them upright in a storage box or file cabinet. DON’T store cardboard boxes on the floor of your garage or basement. Put the boxes up on milk crates or wooden pallets because a flood or water leak will destroy your books, even if they are bagged.