Record Collectors Grading System

Mint (M)

The Record Itself Is In Brand New Condition With No Surface Marks Or Deterioration In Sound 

Quality. The Cover And Any Extra Items Such As The Lyric Sheet. Booklet Or Poster Are In 

Perfect Condition. Records Marked As Sealed Or Unplayed Should Be Mint.

Excellent (EX)

The Record Shows Some Signs Of Having Been Played, But There Is Very Little Lessening In 

Sound Quality. The Cover And Packaging Might Have Slight Wear And/Or Creasing.

Very Good (VG)

The Record Has Obviously Been Played Many Times, But Displays No Major Deterioration In 

Sound Quality, Despite Noticeable Surface Marks And The Occasional Light Scratch. Normal Wear 

And Tear On The Cover Or Extra Items, Without Any Major Defects Is Acceptable

Good (G)

The Record Has Been Played So Much That The Sound Quality Has Noticeably Deteriorated, 

Perhaps With Some Distortion And Mild Scratches. The Cover And Contents Suffer From Folding, 

Scuffing Of Edges, Spine Splits, Discolouration, Etc