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I try not to sell records in any lesser condition than VG+ but will offer them if they are rare or notable pressings, or if the condition issue only affects the aesthetics of the record\sleeve. This will always be noted in the descriptions.
NEW/SEALED
Sealed before coming into my possession and never opened. Disc is assumed to be undamaged and mint, but this cannot be proven until the album is actually opened and the disc examined. The cover can be seen through the shrink and is graded to the above standards. Sealed does NOT mean mint as again the actual record cannot be graded.
NM (Near Mint)
This is highest grade that I will assign to opened, handled records. The vinyl is nearly flawless, bright and shiny. A very minor, barely visible scuff or two may be permitted, but no scratches. The label is bright, clean and unmarked.
Cover: Very minor signs of wear or cover impressions. Artwork is as close to new as possible.
VG+ (Very Good Plus)
Vinyl has surface wear, including visible scratches and scuffs, but no detrimental impact on the sound quality, and may likely play with some surface noise, and some pops or clicks. Vinyl may begin to show signs of wear from play; labels may have imperfections (writing, labels, tears, spindle marks, etc.) but otherwise clean.
Sleeve: Clean but may have a price sticker etc. and will show some wear. There may be minimal ring wear, but nothing very noticeable There may be discoloration or staining, seam wear, and/or minor splits or tears (nothing over 1 inch), or indentations in the sleeve. Corners can have creases or fraying and bumps, and spine may have some wear.
VG (Very Good)
Vinyl will have noticeable scratches or scuffs that can cause more than occasional surface noise during playback, including pops and ticks. There will be no skips or issues preventing playback. Vinyl may appear somewhat dull as groove wear may be present. Labels may have small tears, tape marks, larger writing, etc. but still easily legible. There may be wear or deformation of the spindle hole.
Sleeve: Cover is worn and used. Seams may be starting to split or may have been unobtrusively repaired with clear tape. There is moderate ringwear, but the artwork is still attractive. There may be yellowing or discoloration and there may be larger writing, labels, or marks. Corners may have damage or creases and there may be scratches or gouges that otherwise damage the artwork. Might have light water damage.
G+ (Good)
The record will have a lot of notable marks and scratches, but still plays through without skipping, so it can serve as filler until something better comes along. There could be significant surface noise or groove wear, and/or the label is worn.
Sleeve: Has significant ring wear, heavy writing, or obvious damage caused by someone trying to remove tape or stickers and failing miserably. Has seam splits obvious on sight. Could have water damage or peeling of the cover.
