We grade based on the below
Mint (MT)Four sharp corners - 55(%)/45(%)
or better centering (i.e.,
centering of picture within border; left-right & top-bottom)
- Smooth edges - Original color border & glossNear Mint - Mint (NRMT-MT)60/40 or better centering - Relatively smooth
edges - Original color border & gloss - One
of the following very minor flaws is allowed: Sharp
corners to the eye, but slight imperfections under intense scrutiny; A
few minor print
spots; A few focus imperfectionsNear Mint (NM)65/35 or better centering - In addition, one
of the following minor flaws allowed: Very slightly
fuzzy corners; Slightly rough edges; Very minor border discoloration;
Noticeable print
spots; Color or focus imperfectionsExcellent - Mint (EXMT)Centering no worse than 70/30 - No more than
two of the following flaws allowed: Very slightly
fuzzy corners; Slightly rough edges; Very minor border discoloration;
Noticeable print spots; Color or focus imperfectionsExcellent (EX)Centering no worse than 75/25 - A touch of
notching or a slight 'ding' on a corner is allowed. - May have
other imperfections such as: Poor gloss; Poor focus; Noticeable
print spotsVery Good (VG)Centering 80/20 or better - Slightly rounded corners - Slight layering, noticeable chipping or notches on edges is
allowed. - May also have: Minor scuffing; Hairline creaseGood (G)
Fair (F) Poor (P)Well worn or abused - Badly rounded, layered
corners, scuffing - Some lack of original coloring - Serious
crease