How to Present My Collectible Comic Books

Board and Bag

• 1

  Place a backboard inside the comic directly in the center of the book where you can see the stapled or stitched spine inside. The best boards are acid-free (which means they don't have to be switched out) and white.

• 2

  Insert the comic inside of a polyethylene or polypropylene storage bag.

  Polyethylene or polypropylene storage bags ensure your that comics remain archival safe. To place your comics in a binder, purchase bags with a binder tab.

• 3

  Seal the bag carefully to ensure that the zip seal is closed to keep out air.

• 4

  Place sealed comics in a binder so your comic collection is accessible for others to peruse at their pleasure.

Frame

• 5

  Purchase a frame with a glass or plexi glass insert.

• 6

  Insert an acid-free board, like the boards used when bagging your comics, and center the comic on the frame backer.

• 7

  Place the mat board over the centered comic. Place the glass or plexiglass over the mat board.

• 8

  Place the frame over the glass, mat board and frame backer. Carefully flip the frame and securely attach the frame backer.

• 9

  Display the comic on the wall for all to enjoy.

Acrylic Comic Book Display Boxes

• 10

  Open the snaps on either side of the Acrylic Comic Book Display Box and dust off the inside display area.

• 11

  Place an acid-free board in the center of the comic you'll be placing in the box to ensure support. Place the comic centered in the display box.

• 12

  Place the lid on the box and snap it shut. You can display the box on a table on hang it on a wall. A display box can protect your collection while still allowing others to read and enjoy it.