I sold my first Beatles record on eBay over 30 years ago.   Prior to that I was using the classifieds in Goldmine to sell Beatles and other records.  Many of the Beatle selections for sale in these listings were purchased from vendors at Beatlefest in Chicago.   All the vinyl records featured in my Beatle listings are graded conservatively with you the collector in mind.  

Grading

Description

Vinyl

 

NM

Looks new. Used sparingly because few records are worthy of this grade.

VG++ (EX)

Very light signs of use. Might have a light hairline or paper sleeve mark.

VG+

Average signs of use. Light hairlines, some paper sleeve marks, spotting. Might have mild surface noise between passages or during quiet spots.

VG

Surface noise. Light scratches which are audible. Hairlines, paper sleeve marks, possible spotting. May have lots of marks but will still provide a good listening experience.

G+

Lots of surface noise. Heavy scratches that are quite audible. Won't have any skips or sticks. Will look rough.

G

Let the buyer beware.

Covers

 

NM

Looks new.

EX

May have small corner dings.

VG+

Has some surface wear. Light ring or edge wear. May have light creases.

VG

More pronounced issues than VG+. May have taped or split seams or glue separation, noted in the listing.

G+

Will have seam splits and other issues.

P

Poor, this cover is useless.

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