THANK YOU FOR VISITING THIS AUCTION Marvel Comics FANTASTIC FOUR : ROAD TRIP Volume #1 Issue #1 Writer: Christopher Cantwell Artist: Filipe Andrade Cover Art by: Mike Del Mundo MIKE DEL MUNDO The Invisible Woman "Aurora Model Kit" VARIANT COVER FIRST APPEARANCES Robin February 2021 Comic Book CGC Blue Label Universal Grade Authenticated & Graded 9.4 White Pages DESCRIPTION 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 2022, it now costs a minimum of $24 (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!). DOMESTIC (Anywhere in the USA) BIDDERS U.S.A. = Priority Mail (BOXED) INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS: PLEASE INQUIRE FIRST BEFORE BIDDING IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. International (NON-USA = Canada, Mexico, Europe., Asia, etc.) Buyers Bids (U.S. Funds Only) are Welcomed and Accepted & All Items Can Be Shipped Worldwide. 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 Worldwide Express 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.
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that customers initiated and went out of their way and took the initiative to
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instructions) upon the close of auction. You will be sent an eBay Invoice and a personal e’mail from me to the
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end of auction. If the winning bidder
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mistyped, e'mails are accidentally deleted, and messages get lost or systems
are down on either end. An Ebay "Non-Paying Bidder's
Alert" (NPBA) notice will be sent if no communication is made within 7-10
days of then end of the auction and my e'mail notice to you. A NPBA is also
filed payment is not made by the winning bidder within 10-20 days of the end of
the auction. This is an Ebay policy for their refund (of commissions charged)
process. An official eBay Credit Request will follow 10 days after the NPBA for
any Non-Communicating or "Deadbeat" Non-Paying Bidders if appropriate
(If Negative Feedback is given, this means either you have not responded to
payment notices (including the official notices sent by eBay) or Payment was
promised but never sent without any recent communication on the status of that
payment. Items may be relisted after the 3rd and final notice and application
for credit from eBay. This policy has
been established in all fairness to the eBay seller (me) and bidder's who
really want this item. If you like this unique collectible
item, you may find other collectible items of similar or different interest on
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not around or forget) or if EBAY's Auction Site is down and you can't access
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for items you absolutely want, especially in cases of one of a kind
items is just to place a best efforts bid of what you're willing to pay
and can afford "what it's worth to you", no more than that, and no
less either, so you'll know you gave it a 100% effort to obtain it and even if
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This Also Makes The Perfect Gift for a Friend, Family Member or Loved One This Item can be sent and delivered DIRECTLY to any address. You Provide the address and I'll send it there! ...Perfect for Holidays ...Birthdays ...or ANY OCCASION ! Why double your efforts and expenses
having it shipped to you only to encounter the hassles of time delays and
additional postage expenses? For your
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ENVIRONMENT TO MAINTAIN ITS COLLECTOR'S ITEM INVESTMENT QUALITY CONDITION
AND HAS BEEN STORED IN THE BEST POSSIBLE MANNER TO PRESERVE IT'S ORIGINAL
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