An experienced event coordinator, Stephen Shamus has helped put on more than 175 comic conventions. The president of A-List Talent and ACE Universe, he has secured appearances from such big names as Tom Hiddleston, Stan Lee, and Chris Evans. Stephen Shamus also co-created several products with Ultra Pro, a company that sells storage products for cards, collectibles, and comics.
Most collectors store comic books using some type of protective bag and board. There are three main types of comic book bags. Following is a brief description of each type:
Polypropylene: This is the cheapest bag available, though some suppliers, concerned by the low quality, don’t sell them. Polypropylene bags appear glossy and are very clear, so they make comics look very nice. Unfortunately, they are prone to tearing, and they begin to yellow after about three to eight years.
Mylar: Comic bags made from mylar last for several decades. They are thicker than both polyethylene and polypropylene bags and are more resistant to carbon dioxide, oxygen, and other gases. Many collectors view mylar bags as archival in nature and use them for longer term comic storage.
Polyethylene: These types of bags last longer than polypropylene bags, but not as long as mylar bags. They must be changed every decade or so. They are milky in color, which lets in less light but may not help the comic stand out as much. However, polyethylene bags are less prone to tearing than polypropylene bags and attract less dirt and dust.
