9.0 VERY FINE/NEAR MINT (VF/NM):
Nearly perfect with outstanding eye appeal. A limited number
of bindery/printing defects are allowed. Cover is almost flat with almost
imperceptible wear. Inks are bright with slightly diminished reflectivity. An
1/8″ bend is allowed if color is not broken. Corners are cut square and sharp
with ever-so-slight blunting permitted but no creases. Several lightly
penciled, stamped or inked arrival dates are acceptable. Very minor foxing.
Spine is tight and flat. Staples may show some discoloration. Only the slightest
staple tears are allowed. A very minor accumulation of stress lines may be
present if they are nearly imperceptible. Paper is off-white to cream and
supple. Very minor interior tears may be present.
8.5 VERY FINE+ (VF+):
Fits the criteria for Very Fine but with an additional
virtue or small accumulation of virtues that improves the book’s appearance by
a perceptible amount.
8.0 VERY FINE (VF): Back to Top
An excellent copy with outstanding eye appeal. A limited accumulation of minor bindery/printing defects is allowed. Cover is relatively flat with minimal surface wear beginning to show, possibly including some minute wear at corners. Inks are generally bright with moderate to high reflectivity. An unnoticeable 1/4" crease is acceptable if color is not broken. Stamped or inked arrival dates may be present. Minor foxing. Spine is almost completely flat with a possible minor color break. Staples may show some discoloration. Very slight staple tears and a few almost insignificant stress lines may be present. Paper is cream to tan and supple. Centerfold is mostly secure. Minor interior tears at the margin may be present.
7.5 VERY FINE- (VF-): Back to Top
Fits the criteria for Very Fine but with an additional defect or small accumulation of defects that detracts from the book's appearance by a perceptible amount.
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