G+ to V- condition with ok gloss scratches passing dig with a few tiny edge flakes not to grooves plays well for the grade
No matter the price or number, records are always packed with extreme care.
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RETURNS:
Refunds minus postage upon receipt of item back safely in same condition mailed.
GRADING
I like the VJM grading system for 78
RPM records:
N. As new
and unplayed (there are virtually no 78s that can categorically be claimed
to be unplayed).
N-.
Nearly Mint, but has been played. No visible signs of wear or damage.
E+. Plays
like new, with very, very few signs of handling, such as tiny scuffs from
being slipped in and out of jackets.
E . Still
very shiny, near new looking, with no visible signs of wear, but a few
inaudible scuffs and scratches.
E-. Still
shiny but without the lustre of a new record, few light scratches.
V+. An
average condition 78 in which scuffs and general use has dulled the finish
somewhat. Wear is moderate but playing is generally free from distortion.
Surface noise not overly pronounced
V.
Moderate, even wear throughout, but still very playable. Surface noise and
scratches audible but not intrusive.
V-. Quite
playable still, but distortion and heavy greying in loud passages.Music
remains loud in most passages.Surface noise and scratches well below
music level.
G+. Grey
throughout but still serviceable. Music begins to sound muffled. Heavy
scratches.
G. Quite
seriously worn and scratched, but music level is still higher than surface
noise.
G-. Music
still prominent, but wear and scratch damage extensive.
F. Most
of music remains audible over surface noise, but listening now
uncomfortable.