LUKE TOMS Fools With Money ORIGINAL ISSUE 2005 UK 7"

RECORD COLLECTOR MAGAZINE GRADING SYSTEM

MINT :

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 advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be MINT.

EXCELLENT :

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 :

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.

CDs & CASSETTES :

As a general rule , CDs and cassettes either play perfectly – in which case they are in MINT condition – or they don’t , in which case their value is minimal. Cassette tape is liable to deterioration with age , even if it remains unplayed , so care should be taken when buying old tapes.

CDs are difficult to grade visually : they can look perfect but actually be faulty , while in other cases they may appear damaged but still play perfectly.Cassette and CD inlays and booklets should be graded in the same way as record covers and sleeves.

In general , the plastic containers for cassettes and CDs can easily be replaced if they are broken or scratched , but card covers and digipacks are subject to the same wear as record sleeves.