Pricing
Pricing Updated Beginning January 21, 2025
Modern Pressing Only
Books from 2000 to Present
$10.00
Modern Cleaning & Pressing
Books from 2000-Present
$12.00
Bronze Cleaning & Pressing
Books from 1975-1999
$15.00
Silver Age Cleaning & Pressing
Books from 1956-1974
(CGC Economy Tier)
$20.00
Please Note: Please consult with us about Golden Age Books prior to submitting the form. Golden Age Books start at $25.00 each
High Value Books
FMV $1,000-1,999 = Tier Level Cost + $5.00
FMV $2,000-2,999 = Tier Level Cost + $10.00
FMV $3,000 and Up = Tier Level Cost + 2% of FMV
Description of Services:
Modern Pressing: Covers checked for debris, dust, etc. then book is pressed. No cleaning is done on the book. This is ideal for books with little or no defects that need to be pressed as a precaution or to ensure laying flat for grading process.
Modern Cleaning and Pressing: Services include cleaning of dirt and debris and pressing. Multiple presses will be used as needed. Very limited use of steam (moisture) from distilled water and/or spot iron treatments as needed.
Bronze Cleaning & Pressing: Services include cleaning of dirt and debris and pressing. Multiple presses will be used as needed. Steam (moisture) from distilled water, humidity chamber, and/or spot iron treatments as needed.
Silver Age Cleaning & Pressing: Services include cleaning of dirt and debris and pressing. Multiple presses will be used as needed. Steam (moisture) from distilled water, humidity chamber, and/or spot iron treatments as needed. Some work may be limited due to fragile books.
Other Services (Updated for January 2025 CGC Increases):
Submissions to CGC: $24 for Modern Books, $36 for Vintage Books and $85 for High Value Books. Unlimited Value books will be calculated. This is a savings to the customer as regular CGC costs are $27, $42, and $95 for the tiers above. Signature series mailed in to CGC is exact cost plus 5%.
Customers may submit their books under their own CGC or CBCS account. Simply send the packing slip with your order and we will ship directly to CGC for you using only the exact same materials your books were received in.
Removal of Book from CGC or Other Holder: Included in the cost of cleaning and pressing for up to 2 books per order and $5.00 per book after the two free books. $5.00 each without cleaning & pressing the book.