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Definitions of the
Condition of a Book
As a reputable online book seller, I
use the Independent Online Bookseller's Association guidelines on how to
describe a book's condition. Below is an explanation of each rating.
MINT (M): Without faults or defects, unread, in the same immaculate
condition in which it was published (Note: very few 'new' books qualify
for this grade, as many times there will be rubs/scuffs to the dustjackets from
shipping, or bumped lower spine ends/corners from shelving).
FINE (F): Approaches the above, but not crisp. May have been
carefully read and dustjacket may have been slightly rubbed or spine ends
slightly bumped from shelving/shipping, but no real defects or faults.
(NOTE: From here on, there may be '+' and '-' in a grade, which will mean that
it is above the grade noted but not quite to the next higher grade for '+', and
that it is below the grade noted but not quite to the next lower grade
for '-'.
NEAR FINE: A book or dustjacket approaching FINE but with a couple
of very minor defects or faults.
VERY GOOD: A used book showing some small signs of wear on either
binding or dustjacket. Any defects/faults must be noted.
GOOD: The average used and worn book that has all pages or leaves
present. Any defects must be noted.
FAIR: A worn book that has complete text pages (including those
with maps or plates) but may lack endpapers, half-title page, etc. (which must
be noted). Binding, dustjacket, etc. may also be worn. All defects/faults
must be noted.
POOR / READING COPY: A book that is sufficiently worn that its only
merit is the complete text, which must be legible. Any missing maps or plates
should still be noted. May be soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted, and
may have loose joints, hinges, pages, etc.
EX-LIBRARY: Will always be designated as such
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