Conditions and Grading

Mint - As my records are (in the main) second hand I dont use this grade.
ss - Still sealed, so I suppose it is unplayed.
ex - A keeper, you wont have any problems with this grade ex- and ex+ are
also
used.
vg+ - Again, you shouldnt find a problem with this grade, it may for example
look ex but
have an initial or minor tear (at worst).
vg - Showing signs of wear, still a nice record but the condition will be reflected
in the
price
vg- probably the worst grade I list, this can be a record with multiple names on
the label
and/or maybe a lot of scratches but will play fine, any doubts please ask for
detailed
descriptions

Goldmine Grading Standard:

Mint [M]: Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. (More on still sealed below). Should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all.
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Near Mint [NM or M-]: A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record shows no obvious sign of wear. A 45 rpm sleeve has no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling. An LP jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.
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Very Good Plus [VG+]: Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but is should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.
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Very Good [VG]: Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.
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Good [G], Good Plus [G+]: Good does not mean bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear. A jacket or sleeve has seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it.
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Poor [P], Fair [F]: The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and/or writing. The LP jacket barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, and written upon. Except for impossibly rare records otherwise unattainable, records in this condition should be bought or sold for no more than a few cents each.

Conditions and Grading

Mint - As my records are (in the main) second hand I dont use this grade.
ss - Still sealed, so I suppose it is unplayed.
ex - A keeper, you wont have any problems with this grade ex- and ex+ are
also
used.
vg+ - Again, you shouldnt find a problem with this grade, it may for example
look ex but
have an initial or minor tear (at worst).
vg - Showing signs of wear, still a nice record but the condition will be reflected
in the
price
vg- probably the worst grade I list, this can be a record with multiple names on
the label
and/or maybe a lot of scratches but will play fine, any doubts please ask for
detailed
descriptions

Goldmine Grading Standard:

Mint [M]: Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. (More on still sealed below). Should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all.
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Near Mint [NM or M-]: A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record shows no obvious sign of wear. A 45 rpm sleeve has no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling. An LP jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.
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Very Good Plus [VG+]: Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but is should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.
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Very Good [VG]: Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.
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Good [G], Good Plus [G+]: Good does not mean bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear. A jacket or sleeve has seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it.
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Poor [P], Fair [F]: The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and/or writing. The LP jacket barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, and written upon. Except for impossibly rare records otherwise unattainable, records in this condition should be bought or sold for no more than a few cents each.

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Shipping Methods and Costs

1 45 shipped first class mail, inland (UK) - 2.00 GBP for first, 50p thereafter
1 45 shipped air mail to European destination 3.75 GBP for first, 1.00 thereafter
1 45 shipped air mail to anywhere else in the world 4.50 for first, 1.25 thereafter
1 LP shipped first class mail, inland (UK) - 3.50 GBP for first 2 LPs, 1.00 thereafter
1 LP shipped second class mail, inland (UK) - 2.75 GBP for first, .80p thereafter
1 LP shipped air mail to Euro destination 5.50 GBP for first, 1.50 thereafter
1 LP shipped air mail to anywhere else in the world 7.50 for first, 2.50 thereafter

ALL MULTIPLE ITEM ORDERS ARE WEIGHED AND CHARGED AT COST.

Return Policy

I obtain proof of postage for every item I ship, I will provide proof of same in the event of
any claim, but I cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged items, (if in any doubt, ask
for insurance and I will quote you based on cost to me) otherwise, you will have to take
any issues up with the post office. It is your responsibility to make sure you are ordering
the right item, any doubts ask first, if I make an error in sending out an order I am
responsible and accept full responsibility in refunding all monies laid out, this is with the
proviso that the wrong item is sent back to me. All items are sold in good faith, they are
(in the main) second hand and so the description is open to different interpretations by
different people, therefore any returns based on a difference of opinion will be for the
record only, after all ... I don't ask for extra if you think the record is in better condition
than I stated!

Seller Information

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Cheques will have to clear before goods are shipped.