NM (Near Mint): Vinyl - very few very light pops / clicks, mainly audible during the lead-in groove or silent sections; extremely low surface noise. Cover - hardly any defects except those from careful handling.
EX (Excellent): Vinyl - very occasional light pops / clicks, mainly audible during the lead-in groove or silent sections; very low surface noise. Cover - very minor creases or corner / edge / ring wear.
VG+ (Very Good +): Vinyl - occasional light pops / clicks, mainly audible during the lead-in groove or silent sections; very low surface noise. Cover - minor creases and corner / edge / ring wear.
VG (Very Good): Vinyl - occasional, mostly light pops / clicks; low surface noise. Cover - moderate creases and corner / edge / ring wear.
G+ (Good +): Vinyl - more frequent, pops / clicks, more audible surface noise. Cover - partial seam splits; significant creases; corner / edge / ring wear; tape, writing or other defects.
G (Good): Vinyl - frequent pops / clicks, moderate surface noise. Cover - full seam splits; deep creases; heavy corner / edge / ring wear; tape, writing or other defects.