Goldmine
Magazine Record Grading Standard (By Visually/Not Sounding)
M = Mint - Perfect, flawless, Brand New.
M- or NM
= Mint Minus or Near Mint – Usually the highest grade. Records from the 1950s
& 60s in this condition are truly rare.
Ex = Excellent–Beautiful collectible condition. Only the
slightest of wear, certainly no deep scratches.
VG+ = Very Good Plus - Great condition. Well cared for.
VG = Very Good – Still good condition, but more wear than VG+.
VG- = Very Good Minus - Generally not collectible condition, unless
it's a super rare record. Most dealers avoid records in this shape or below.
G = Good–Lots of wear, but still playable. The most confusing grade!
Good really does not mean good. It is actually quite poor condition.
WBR = Wrecked But Rare–Otherwise known as a Starter Copy. Not cracked,
but a starter copy.