Near Mint M-
Jacket: Minor imperfections due to handling may be present but no seam splits, cut-out holes or egregious writing. Very minor corner bumps or wear may be present. The condition and presence of any inserts will be described. If no mention of lyric sheets, posters, pictures or inserts is made - assume either a generic or factory inner sleeve.
Vinyl: Vinyl and labels will appear rarely if ever handled or played. There may be only the slightest indication of handling in the form of an inconsequential very light scuff or two or very light spindle marks. The surface of the record will have retained all of it s original lustre. Looks and feels like an almost-new record.
Very Good Plus VG
Jacket: Light, typical shelf, seam, spine or corner wear may be present. Light discoloration and light foxing may also be present. Clean saw marks, cut-out-holes or drill holes may be present. Any inserts may show signs of handling i.e. seam splits or corner creases. Anything more than a few of the minor defects listed above will lower the grade.
Vinyl: Vinyl and labels may have typical signs of gentle play and handling. Record surfaces may show some light signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light surface scratches that will not detract from playback. Light spindle marks may be present. My VG records are excellent.
Very Good VG
Jacket: May be marred by writing, creases, edge or seam wear or have tape or stickers or their residue attached. Checks, minor seam splits, creases may be present.
Vinyl: May have surface noise that will be evident upon playing but will not overpower the music. Groove wear may be noticeable, and light scratches will likely affect the sound. Definitely no skips. Labels may show writing, stickers, moderate spindle wear or other moderate defects.
