Mint: A card with no marks, creases or bends. In the same condition as when it was issued.

Near Mint: Light discoloration from aging.

Excellent: Picture side of card is basically clean and unmarked. Back may have writing and be postmarked.

Very Good: May have slight creases and/or rounded corners but front still displays well.

Good: Similar to very good except damage is more noticeable.

Average (Fair): Writing may appear on margins of the face or the postmark may show through slightly. Damage to corners and/or creases is more extensive than a "Good" rating.

Poor: Card is stained, severely creased, or has excess soil and writing.

Space Filler: Same as poor but corners may be missing or card may be torn.