Famous Monsters of Filmland #10 CGC 4.5 · Cert 4062027001

Fits the criteria for Very Good but with an additional virtue or small accumulation of virtues that improves the book's appearance by a perceptible amount.

Dossier below reflects the anchoring whole grade — 4.0 VG.

Cover Appearance

Cover shows moderate to significant wear, and may be loose but not completely detached. Can have moderate creases or dimples.

Inks

Cover reflectivity is low.

Corners

Corners may be blunted.

Cover Condition

Store stamps, name stamps, arrival dates, initials, etc. have no effect on this grade. Some discoloration, fading, foxing, and even minor soiling is allowed. As much as a 1/4" triangle can be missing out of the corner or edge; a missing 1/8" square is also acceptable. Only minor unobtrusive tape and other amateur repair allowed on otherwise high grade copies.

Spine

Moderate spine roll may be present and/or a 1" spine split.

Staples

Staples may be discolored. Minor to moderate staple tears and stress lines may be present, as well as some rust migration.

Paper

Paper is brown but not brittle.

Interior

Minor to moderate interior tears may be present. Centerfold may be loose or detached at one staple.