10.0 GEM MINT (GM):
An exceptional example of a given book - the best ever seen. Only the slightest
bindery or printing defects are allowed. Cover is flat with no surface wear.
Inks are bright with high reflectivity. Corners are cut square and sharp. Spine
is tight and flat. Staples must be original, centered and clean with no rust.
Paper is white, supple and fresh. No interior autographs or owner signatures.
9.9 MINT (MT):
Near perfect in every way. Only subtle bindery or printing defects are allowed.
Cover is flat with no surface wear. Inks are bright with high reflectivity and
minimal fading. Corners are cut square and sharp. Small, inconspicuous, lightly
penciled, stamped or inked arrival dates are acceptable as long as they are in
an unobtrusive location. Spine is tight and flat. Staples must be original,
generally centered and clean with no rust. Paper is white, supple and fresh.