A field guide for graded collectibles

Collect the story,
not the hype.

Know exactly what to look for before you buy, grade, or sell. Curated catalogs of important Pokémon cards and comics, plus grading guides where every claim is sourced.

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Understand key comic issues

Browse first appearances, landmark covers, and era-defining books with the context that makes each issue matter.

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From the catalog

Four objects worth knowing

Charizard 4/102

Base Set 1st Ed · 1999

1st Edition

WOTCCollector notes →

comic

KEY

Issue cover

Amazing Spider-Man #300

Marvel · 1988

1st: Venom (full)

Copper AgeCollector notes →

card

Reference image

Rayquaza Gold Star 107/107

EX Deoxys · 2005

EX EraCollector notes →

comic

KEY

Issue cover

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1

Mirage · 1984

1st: TMNT

Copper AgeCollector notes →

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We identify the item, explain why collectors care, and point you toward primary grading and marketplace research. Until verified comp data is connected, we do not publish price estimates, trend percentages, or population claims.

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