Collection: Condition Guide

Condition Guide

We assess all cards according to Cardmarket's grading system. You can read their official guide here.

We assess based on the card's overall impression, not a single minor detail. Grading is not an exact science, and there will always be small individual differences. We would rather grade slightly lower than slightly higher, so you know exactly what you are getting.

We only sell cards in three conditions: Near Mint, Excellent and Good. Cards in worse condition do not make it into the shop.

Near Mint (NM)

The card looks great and collector-worthy at first glance.

May have: minimal whitening (light wear) in a corner, slight off-centering (misalignment of the print), other minor factory details.
Does not have: visible wear, scratches on the front, bent corners.
Images: standard image of the card.

A Near Mint card is not necessarily 100% flawless under a magnifying glass. It must look nice and well-maintained.

Excellent (EX)

The card is still nice, but has more visible signs of handling than Near Mint.

May have: small scratches on the back, slight whitening along the edges or corners, minor surface marks.
Does not have: obvious scratches or damage on the front.
Images: actual photos of this exact card.

Fine for both collecting and playing, but does not look quite as clean as Near Mint.

Good (GD)

The card has clear signs of use on both the front and back.

May have: significant whitening, multiple scratches, bent or worn corners.
Images: actual photos of this exact card.

Are you unsure?

Write to us before you buy, so we can take another look at the card and send more photos. If you disagree with our assessment when the card arrives, please let us know.