“Comic books shaped our childhoods and continue to inspire us today. WAX exists so that the pages and characters you cherish are protected, allowing you to enjoy your collection worry-free.”
— Jeremy Caparas, Head of Customer Success
Why Comics Need Specialty Coverage
Fragility: Paper degrades with exposure to light, humidity and oils. WAX covers accidental tears, mold, water damage and restoration costs.
Transit risk: Books are shipped to grading services and conventions; WAX policies cover disappearance or damage during transit.
Security requirements: High‑grade books should be stored in safes or vaults; WAX offers premium discounts for robust security.
Market swings: Record sales can reset the market overnight. WAX offers market‑value and agreed‑value coverage so payouts reflect current trends.
Additional Pop Culture Items
Collectors often own related items: original art, trading cards, movie props and toys. WAX can insure these items under a single policy, simplifying administration and offering competitive rates.
Real‑World Case Study
A client shipped their prized Golden Age comics to a grading service. The package vanished in transit. Because they insured the shipment through WAX, the client received full market value and funds to help track down replacements. We’ve also heard from collectors who lost books to a basement flood and received only a token payout under homeowners coverage, reminding us that water and humidity are constant threats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I insure slabs (graded comics) and raw books together?
A: Yes. WAX covers both and recognizes third‑party grading when determining value.
Q: What if a comic is damaged during grading?
A: WAX provides transit coverage for items sent to grading services.
Q: Does WAX cover original comic art or sketches?
A: Yes. We insure original art, production cels and sketches under the same policy.
Ready to protect your collection?
Collectors can request a quote in minutes through WAX’s digital platform, and brokers can contact us to tailor coverage for clients
