PHOTOS & CONDITION TRANSPARENCY

All cards are photographed individually on a flat black background. This is intentional — the dark background makes edge wear, corner whitening, and surface issues easier to see. Nothing is hidden or softened by lighting.

If I have multiple copies of a card listed at the same grade, I always use the copy that shows the MOST visible wear as the listing photo. Any additional copies shipped will be of equal or better condition than the card shown.

ABOUT THIS COLLECTION

This shop is my personal Magic: The Gathering collection from the 1990s–early 2000s. I stopped collecting around 2003 and stored everything away for over 20 years. The time vault has been opened, and everything must go.

I’ve been in the service industry for over 30 years, and clear communication and fair dealing have always been the backbone of how I do business. If anything is wrong at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out so I can make it right.

GRADING SCALE

NM+ (Pristine): Pack-fresh. No visible wear. Corners razor-sharp, edges clean, surface flat and glossy.

NM / NM+: Unplayed and bright. May have a single tiny white speck or faint edge tick but still presents pristine.

NM (Near Mint): Looks just opened. A couple micro specks of edge whitening or a hairline surface mark visible only in harsh light. No scratches, dents, bends, or creases.

NM/LP: NM overall with one small white nick or slightly larger edge tick than NM allows. Corners still sharp; no scratches, dents, or creases. Presents NM in a sleeve.

LP (Lightly Played): Minor play. Small edge/corner wear or faint shuffle scuffing. No heavy scratches and no bends or creases.

MP (Moderately Played): Noticeable edge/corner wear and light surface scratches or scuffs. May have a very slight edge stress or crease that doesn’t break the card or distract in a sleeve.

HP (Heavily Played): Significant whitening or chipping, heavier scratches, and minor creasing. Back may show obvious wear. Sleeve-playable.

HP/DMG: Presents well at a glance (often LP+), but has a material flaw such as a noticeable crease or slight water wave/spot. Great in a sleeve; may not be acceptable unsleeved.

DMG (Damaged): Major creases or bends, heavy water damage, deep scratches, tears, ink or marker, or other serious issues.

SHIPPING & PACKAGING

Orders ship every business day and Saturdays.

Cards are packed:

penny sleeve → Card Saver I → protective wrap

Mailed via eBay Standard Envelope (tracked when eligible).

No tape on the holder — ever.

Need a shipping upgrade? Add a note at checkout and I’ll handle it.

Thanks for shopping an old Magichead’s store. I hope you enjoy these cards just as much as I did.