Mint=               New, sealed or in original plastic.

Near Mint=      Original plastic, opened with no 

                         visible or notable scuffs or scratches. 

                         Very clear sound.

Excellent=       Very little wear to cover or spine. Minor 

                         scuffs or scratches. Very little static.

Very Good +=  Slight split spine, possibly taped. Possibly 

                         written on. Some static noise.

Very Good=     Taped spine or noticeable wear to cover. 

                         Static, pops, scratches, scuffs, and minor skips. 

Good=             Worth collecting but has damage to cover. Skips, 

                         static, scratches & scuffs. Plays in entirety.