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Compliments our Book Definitions Page

Some dealers grade with + or – to indicate top or bottom of the grade

There is allowance for the grades based on age of the books

Very Fine (VF) Mint (M)

Book and Jacket have to be absolutely perfect.  No minor wear at all.

Fine (F)

No obvious wear.  A fine book doesn't have to be perfect.  Needs to be tight, crisp, clean and near the top of it's class.

Near Fine (NF)

Close to fine but not quite meeting the very strict guidelines.

Very Good (VG)

Above average.  Books have been handled and read.  May have some minor wear and faults that should be described.

Good (G)

This term does not mean what it sounds like, more of the opposite.  Will have some wear and faults which should be described.

Poor (P)

Usually the worst grade possible.  Will have very strong wear and faults.  Could be torn, soiled, water damaged, loose, missing pages, etc.

As New (AN)

The way you would expect to find in a bookstore.  May have slight shelf wear and is accepted to be crisp and clean.

Reading Copy (RC)

Generally has some wear or faults and is not usually suited for collectors.  Idea for those who just want to read the book.

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