1994 Bongo SIMPSONS Comics #4 + Willie Dipken FISH FACE Bill Ripken Card CGC 8.0

Description: THANK YOU FOR VISITING THIS AUCTION Bongo ComicsTHE SIMPSONS SIMPSON COMICSVolume #1Issue #4Writer: Steve VanceArtist: Bill Morrison Cover Art by: Matt GroeningFLIPBOOKTHE KNARLY ADVENTURES OFBUSMAN # 1 1994Direct Distribution EditionComic BookCGCBlue LabelUniversal GradeAuthenticated & Graded8.0White Pages DESCRIPTIONPHOTOS FURNISHED in this listing include THE ACTUAL GRADED COMIC BOOK in the CGC Encapsulation / Slab, both Front and Back. This is the actual item you will receivelALSO... I included example photos of what the TRADING CARD inside of the comic book "Looks Like" (not the exact card that you'll receive, of course!) to show how the card is packaged inside as well as what the card card looks like, the front and back sides. PLUS... I included a bit of research information on the potential value or appraisal of the trading card itself. TRUTH BE TOLD - - The value of this comic book really isn't in the comic book itself, it's actually in the TRADING CARD, so many collectors have opted to "crack open" the comic and extract / remove the card, then get that card graded. The one non-guaranteed x-factor is in the condition of the card inside itself. As graded card collectors know, there are 4 aspects of how a card is graded: The Surface (front and back). The four (4) corners. The four (4) edges. The aesthetic centering of the two (2) sides, front and back. So, even though the card is untouched and brand new inside, the "centering" could be "off-centered" that could impact the grade.So, many collector's consider this as how "unopened packs" (boxes or cases) are seen in the sports card world, with one huge caveat that the exact card WILLIE DIPKEN "Fish Face" Card #B1 is guaranteed inside. It's actually verified by CGC and checked. Historically, sometimes there are printing errors in production where the Trading Card was not included (and sometimes two (2) were included as a really rare duplication that is worth a premium, having two of the cards inserted). Right here it's GUARANTEED by CGC as stated on the label "TRADING CARD INCLUDED" so there's no need to open up the case if you want to retain it's top value as a comic book and as a trading card inside. In fact the CGC Grade of the comic book often doesn't matter as much because the grade of the trading card inside could surpass the comic and you might get a 10 Pristine / Gem Mint condition card inside of any of the comic books regardless of the grade of the comic book.WITH THAT... The actual Willie Dipken "Fish Face" Trading Card is pretty rare (as of the writing of this listing 11/30/23 (going back approx 90 days or the past 3 months) there's none completed/sold and only 1 for sale at $150, so the card alone itself seems to sell for approx $100 raw, ungraded, and if graded (I've seen them sell for $50-200 in past years), you can see in the PSA historical chart the card can sell for around $500 with historical precedent data, (eBay has a BGS 9.5 listed for $39,000 or best offer and we all know it's probably not worth that much as it's the asking / for sale price tag by a seller).The best way to acquire this trading card is to buy the comic book itself that has the trading card inside and getting one that's graded like this actually is probably the best investment decision to archive for the long term value.This is a CGC professionally graded comic book, that is slabbed, encased in a preservation quality tamper proof acrylic holder., so what you see is really what you get here. The comic book has been stored in a box in a temperature controlled climate, so isn't displayed where light or heat would fade or age it.This is an actual photo of the merchandise you will receive. Where many sellers only show you half of the truth, I try to show photos of both the FRONT SIDE and the BACK SIDE along with any close-ups and various angles to ensure you can see and know with confidence what you're considering buying before you buy it. It's what I call Assurance Insurance out of respect towards Customer Care and Service. If you have any questions, feel free to ask them, including any additional photos you may need to see of close-ups or any other reason. Please excuse my photography in that there might be some reflections, light glares and obstructed views, as it's hard to take photos of CGC comics due to the outer plastic case and inner comic book being difficult to photograph perfectly, so if you have any questions, if in doubt, just ask.Facts about CGC Graded COMIC BOOKS - As of 2023, it now costs a minimum of $25 (modern books 1975 to present) to submit a comic book for grading and authentication. The turnaround time used to take a month, now takes several months turnaround time. There's a $5 invoice fee on top of the overhead costs of shipping a book or multiple books to submit to CGC as well as the costs of the return shipping and insurance that CGC has customers pay for. With all that being said, disregarding the actual value/cost of the comic book itself, raw... it's estimated that the cost of getting a standard comic book CGC graded costs about $30 per book, and many savvy collectors now acknowledge that overhead cost and add that $30 premium value of a CGC graded book on top of what the value of a raw book would cost as a starting point, so that's why if sellers offer graded modern books, assuming the comics might have been acquired at a $5 cover price (plus sales tax) cost, the break-even point is about $35 for a seller and if selling on eBay, factoring in the overhead of fees, it would be a minimum of $40 for any graded comic book as a starting point at any grade. Grading Fees continue to rise and the importance of authentication and graded collectibles are becoming an important factor when buying online where eBay is often making it a necessity to protect buyers as well, assuring the certification of the condition and accuracy of authentication for certain items. Having a comic book graded does increase the value of that comic book and makes it easier to buy/sell as an investment and provides the sturdiest archive or storage for the comic. PURCHASING GRADED BOOKS ALLOWS YOU TO BUY WITH CONFIDENCE AND ASSURANCE.REGARDING "NEWTON RINGS which CGC describes as: The “rainbow effect” or “Newton rings” are a normal occurrence when two different plastics (which have different refractive indexes) are placed together. It’s what you sometimes see on a smartphone screen protector or on the edges of an LCD screen. The rainbow effect has been seen in CGC holders since our first-generation holder was introduced nearly 20 years ago. This is a result of the inner sleeve (which holds the book) contacting the hard-plastic outer shell; the two different plastics have different refractive indexes and that sometimes creates a rainbow effect when they come into contact. A minor rainbow effect has always been within our tolerance. We do not accept returns or exchanges due to the presence of any Newton Rings or comments about Newton Rings, as it's a minor aesthetic presentation issue known with CGC books but do not impact the grade, condition nor long term archival quality of a CGC'ed book. It's simply a visual aspect that occurs with the outside of the inner sleeve and the inside of the case holder. If this is an issue with you, take a look at the photos. I generally provide both front and back images of the exact book you're considering bidding on or purchasing along with close ups. You can ask for additional photos or inquire for my personal inspection if you're that proverbial "condition queen", which I understand has every right to ask about. I just want to avoid unnecessary customer satisfaction issues over petty issues which are out of my control that may nor may not exist with the subjective nature of Newton Rings.I've been a seller on eBay since 1999 and, so the past 15+ years I've both bought and sold with trust and reliability. We store our CGC books in plastic bags to ensure the outer case does not get scratched nor damaged. The case has no chips or cracks and is in perfect condition. We ship the CGC books to ensure that the outer case is also well protected because we know how important that aspect is to collectors for aesthetics as well as an investment. I guarantee and back each piece's authenticity to be original and authentic 100%. SHIPPING AND HANDLING:Our collectibles ship in very sturdy and secure packaging to ensure your collectible is delivered to you in the best possible condition, this often requires added packaging material (including archival quality preservation) as well as added weight (thick cardboard support) & size (over-sized to really protect the merchandise well while shipping) to the parcel. CGC COMIC BOOKS are packaged in an over-sized BOX to ensure that the outer CGC plastic case is well protected and won't incur any damages during shipment to delivery due to impact damages (folks who just throw 'em into a padded envelope or flimsy thin cardboard box (just using a USPS Medium Flat Rate Box without added padding often spells disaster!) - I basically want to ensure the surface, edges and corners of the CGC case never get damaged due to impact issues that other sellers encounter due to shoddy inadequate packaging, since reslabbing is expensive.We add both support and padding using protective packaging materials, so the average parcel of a single CGC book typically comes in a box with dimensions of around 17" x 12" x 6" and weighs around 3 LBS (a single CGC graded comic book in the slab itself weighs about 1 lb and 4 oz, and more if it's a thicker book or a magazine of course)For multiple CGC Books purchased, I can adjust the shipping fees to reflect the actual weight of the parcel (including packaging), so please inquire.Please review our stellar feedback regarding our customers comments on the QUALITY of our items and the QUALITY of our SHIPPING (Fast Delivery and Iron Clad Protective Packaging!). 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Due to size dimensions and weight of the product and packaging, although I do offer international shipping and appreciate, respect and honor international bidders and customers, sometimes it is cost prohibitive on the shipping side for purchases, which I understand, and for that, if you are international and have a domestic (USA) delivery address through a friend or relative, I can ship to US addresses which I recommend if that is an option, but that address MUST BE registered to your account on Pay Pal, otherwise if you have a domestic (USA) friend or relative who has an eBay account, they could bid on this on your behalf to ship to the US.International WorldwideExpress Mail (Delivers in approx. 1 week)Priority Mail (Delivers in approx 10 days)First Class Airmail (Delivery can take up to 2 weeks+)NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO NEGOTIATE SHIPPING FEES OR CUSTOMS VALUES TO BE DECLARED OR STATUS AS A GIFT. Please know that the declared value of the sale price is the declared value which will be used when shipping the item. Unfortunately, it's against policy to circumvent any duties, taxes or fees related to the value by altering the value or status (i.e. this is not a gift, this is a sales transaction and is merchandise). I apologize that those facts are out of my control and it is your country, and not me who may charge whatever fees they deem necessary related to international sales transactions. All Items Protectively Packaged Sturdy and Secure, often times resulting in oversized and heavier parcels. Check out my feedback for testimonials on the quality of my packaging, quality of merchandise and speed of delivery. METHODS OF PAYMENT: PAY PAL SHIPPING & DELIVERY DETAILS: All Items are Sent via U.S. Postal Service unless otherwise described. As many know, postal rates have increased and now factored into pricing is both weight and size dimensions, so oversized items are now more expensive to ship. I do prepare and handle my packages, using very sturdy oversized packaging materials to protect your item during transit so it is delivered sturdy and secure for you to enjoy quickly in collector’s investment quality condition. Expect Delivery of the Item in approx. 2-10 days (depending upon your location & method shipped) upon receipt of payment and clearance of funds. Airmail for International Bidders takes anywhere from 1-2 weeks. AGAIN, Please review my over 9,500 Positive “Green Star” eBay Feedback comments for INVESTMENTQUALITYCOLLECTIBLES received regarding the quality merchandise, secure packaging, customer satisfaction and quick communication & speedy delivery. I never ever ask for or solicit customers for any eBay feedback, these are all comments that customers initiated and went out of their way and took the initiative to express their complete satisfaction and appreciation! In turn, I leave glowingly POSITIVE high praise feedback to buyers as well of course! FINAL DETAILS: This package may be oversized, so include the address where you want this item delivered to, but it must be confirmed registered to your Pay Pal account as an authorized and valid address. You will be contacted within 3 business days (so please be patient on weekends or holidays for payment instructions) upon the close of auction. You will be sent an eBay Invoice and a personal e’mail from me to the email address you have registered with eBay. A response or “eBay Checkout” (eBay Invoice) from the winning bidder confirming receipt of the details and instructions along with a payment status is appreciated within 7 days of the end of auction. 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Price: 150 USD

Location: San Francisco, California

End Time: 2024-12-07T17:12:00.000Z

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