Grading

Grading is visual only unless otherwise stated. Grading is by the industry standard: The Goldmine standard. All ratings are conservative.

Goldmine Standard

Mint (M): Absolutely perfect. Usually sealed or unplayed. No flaws, scratches, or defects.

Near Mint (NM or M-): Nearly perfect. A record that has been played, but shows no signs of wear. The sleeve should have no ring wear, creases, or seam splits.

Very Good Plus (VG+): Shows slight signs of wear (light scuffs, very light scratches) that don't affect listening. The sleeve may have light wear, light ring wear, or minor imperfections.

Very Good (VG): Surface noise is evident, especially in soft passages, but doesn't overpower the music. More noticeable scratches and wear than VG+.

Good (G), Good Plus (G+): Significant surface noise, visible groove wear, scratches, but plays through without skipping.

Poor (P), Fair (F): Cracked, badly warped, or skipping. The sleeve is severely damaged or water-damaged

Key Grading Tips

Separate Grading: Media (record) and Sleeve (cover) separately.
Bright Light: Use of a bright, non-diffused light to inspect for scratches and surface wear where possible.

Grading is visual only unless otherwise stated. Will play grade on certain items only - it is not always possible to play grade everything even if its not sealed. 

While all due care and proceedure is taken we can not bear responsibility for packages lost or damaged by the Postal System. If you do not agree with this Please do not purchase.