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WE USE A 1 (worst) to 10 (best) GRADING SYSTEM! For records WITH sleeves/covers, the vinyl is graded first, the sleeve/cover second. Example: NM9/VG7 means NM9 vinyl/VG7 sleeve.
VINYL RECORDS & LASER DISCS ARE GRADED AS FOLLOWS:
M10 = mint. The record appears new, as though never played. If it has indeed been played, the record shows no wear at all.
NM9 = near mint. The record appears new at first glace, but a closer look reveals that it may have been played. It shows minimal wear, if any.
EX8 = excellent. Better than VG but below NM. Although this record seems to have been played, it is in great condition. It is likely that this record has had only one previous owner who took good care of it. May have writing or sticker. May have minor wear.
VG7 = very good. This record sounds good. Expect to see moderate wear. May have writing or sticker. Should play nicely for a long, time.
wol = has writing on label. Although this flaw has been considered in the overall grading, the "wol" notation allows for a more accurate grading.
sol = has sticker on label. Although this flaw has been considered in the overall grading, the "sol" notation allows for a more accurate grading.
PICTURE SLEEVES & ALBUM COVERS & LASER DISC COVERS
M10 = mint. A sleeve/cover in this condition appears as though it was just picked off a shelf at a retail store. It shows no marks or damage at all.
NM9 = This sleeve/cover is flawless at first glance. Any wear at all would be minimal.
EX8 = excellent. Better than VG but below NM. This sleeve looks great. It may have some minor wear, but no real damage of any kind.
VG7 = very good. Although it looks great at first sight, a closer look at this sleeve/cover may reveal some minor damage such as wear, some writing, minor tears.
woc = has writing on cover/sleeve. Although this flaw has been considered in the overall grading, the "woc" notation allows for more accurate grading.
soc = has sticker on cover/sleeve. Although this flaw has been considered in the overall grading, the "soc" notation allows for more accurate grading.
We are unable to send additional picture scans or fetch individual items for more details. The condition of this item is listed under item details and/or in the description.
Most records are only visually graded. We are unable to play most before listing due to volume.
Not all minor flaws of an item may be spelled out in the description. All 45s shipped with a paper sleeve or picture sleeve (cover).
Only if the description (and picture) shows a company sleeve and/or juke box label should you expect these to be included. Juke box label styles may vary. If a company sleeve is included, described and pictured, it will be exactly as pictured. All LPs have a cover and at least a plain inner sleeve; we do not guarantee original company sleeves unless stated in item description and/or shown in the picture. All Laser Discs have covers.
Please ask all other questions before buying.