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All
records are shipped in boxes specifically made for mailing records.
MINT M The
record is as new. The cover and any inserts should be in perfect condition.
Many Dealers do not use this classification unless the record has not been
played or still sealed. Spindle marks on the label would indicate the record
has been played.
EXCELLENT
PLUS EX+ The record is near-mint, there is no damage or visible
surface marking. Under Bright Light you may see fine lines on the record,
caused by rubbing on the paper sleeve. Reserve this grade for records where you
have difficulty spotting anything wrong.
The Cover and inserts are undamaged.
EXCELLENT EX The
record may show some signs of having been played, possibly with light surface
marks or fingerprints but there is no appreciable lessening in sound quality.
The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.
EXCELLENT
MINUS EX- There may be fairly visible surface markings under bright
light but the sound quality if the record is not adversely affected.
The Cover and inserts may have noticeable light creasing or "foxing"
due to dampness but they are all present and intact.
VERY
GOOD VG The record has obviously been played a lot, but displays no
major deterioration in sound quality despite surface marks and some light
scratches. Also Use this grading where the record has suffered perhaps one more
visible scratch, but is otherwise in EX or better condition.
The cover may be creased a little and/or frayed at the opening. You should
itemize any more serious damage such as tears.
Buying or selling
anything in less than VG condition is not recommended, if you sell records in
worse condition, expect some to get returned, even if your descriptions were
honest.
GOOD G The
record has been played so much that the sound quality has been affected
noticeably, perhaps with some distortion and clicks due to scratches. The main
place to use this classification is for picture discs, where the sound
deteriorates more quickly with use.
The cover and inserts may be folded, have minor tears and/or splits at the
edges, they have not been looked after.
FAIR F The
record is still just playable, but has not looked after there is a lot surface
noise, it may even jump.
The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced, possibly with
chunks missing.
Cover Grading (any significant blemish
not mentioned in the descriptions below will be included above)
M (Mint) A cover that looks like it has
not been handled. Sharp corners and no visible blemishes.
NM (Near Mint) A cover with only minor
shelf wear. A record that has clearly been stored properly
VG+ (Very Good Plus) A cover that does
have minor blemishes- wear to corners, light ring wear, etc. An average cover
condition.
VG (Very Good) A cover that shows
distinct wear from handling. There may be ring wear, minor discoloring, edge,
and spine wear and less than 1.5 inch seam split(s).
VG- (Very Good Minus) A cover that has
some damage, but is still intact. Ring wear may be heavy; there may be seam
splits and stains.
G (Good) A cover that holds the record.
Structural damage may be apparent. The picture should show obvious blemishes.
SS (Still Sealed)
Note on 'Cutouts': Cutouts are records
that may have been returned to the warehouse by the retailer, or marked at a
reduced price. They are usually marked with a corner clip in the jacket,
a hole punch, or a saw cut in the jacket. These are to mark the items as
non-returnable. The vinyl is undamaged and is the same quality as a
retail record (because it usually was a retail record). If you're looking
for a pristine jacket, then a cutout is not for you.
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