Grading Reference

See how we label our cards

Tap a card to turn it over and read what that grade means.

Near MintNM Tap to flip
NM
NM

Near Mint

  • Minimal handling wear, nearly unmarked surface
  • Crisp corners, no scratches or scuffing
  • Looks nearly unplayed overall
ExcellentEXC Tap to flip
EXC
EXC

Excellent

  • A step below Near Mint
  • Soft corners or a faint scuff possible
  • No deep scratches, bends, or creases
Lightly PlayedLP Tap to flip
LP
LP

Lightly Played

  • Minor border or corner wear
  • Light scratches or scuffs
  • No grime, bends, or structural issues
Moderately PlayedMP Tap to flip
MP
MP

Moderately Played

  • Wear or scuffing concentrated in small areas
  • May show creasing or whitening
  • No structural damage — still looks fine overall
Heavily PlayedHP Tap to flip
HP
HP

Heavily Played

  • Significant amount of wear
  • Creasing, whitening, or bends
  • Rough look, but still playable
DamagedDMG Tap to flip
DMG
DMG

Damaged

  • Folds, tears, or creases affecting structure
  • Wear beyond the standards of other grades
  • May not be tournament legal