Near Mint (NM)
A Near Mint card looks like it has never been
played without sleeves. Small allowances can be made, but the card
generally shows no wear.
The border of NM card can have small white
spots, but they must be very few and very small. When the card is
inspected under bright daylight, the surface must generally appear
clean. It can have a few minor spots, but scratches can never be allowed
for NM cards.
Generally a Near Mint card is in a condition that
would make it considered unmarked if played in an unsleeved deck. (Not
recommended!)
As the Mint grade is often not used for cards of newer
expansions, Near Mint usually means Near Mint or better (equivalent to
the American NM/M grade)