Sealed: The vinyl is graded as "Mint." It is unopened/unplayed/intact. Any splits or holes in the shrink will be noted.
Near Mint: The record has no obvious signs of wear. Both the vinyl and the label are clean and bright. Part of an exceptional collection, curated with care, carefully handled, and properly stored.
Very Good Plus: A minimal amount of storage wear or play wear may be present. They will be superficial, difficult to see, and will not detract from sound quality.
Very Good: Pronounced storage wear and, maybe, a few superficial scratches are present. There may be some noise during playback but no skips.
Good Plus or Good: This record will only be on offer because it is particularly scarce or otherwise seems like some enjoyment can be had regardless of any abuses or improper storage suffered. Check the description explaining why this rating was applied.