NMNear Mint100% market
Looks pack-fresh. Sharp corners on all four sides, no edge whitening, glossy surface, no scratches under direct light.
Criteria: 0 creases · 0 visible whitening · 0 surface scratches · clean back
LPLightly Played~80–90% market
Subtle wear visible only on close inspection. May have minor edge whitening, very faint surface scuffs, or one slightly soft corner. Still very presentable in a binder.
Criteria: No creases · trace edge whitening OK · 1 soft corner OK · light surface marks only at angle
MPModerately Played~60–75% market
Clearly used. Visible edge whitening on multiple sides, light scratches across the surface, soft corners, or minor printing flaws. Holo cards may show light scratching. No major creases or tears though.
Criteria: Light whitening on 2+ edges · multiple soft corners · visible (not deep) scratches · NO creases that fold paper · back may have light wear
HPHeavily Played~35–55% market
Major wear. Heavy edge whitening, deep scratches, soft/banged corners, and may include a small crease or two. Foil cards often heavily scratched. Still a complete card with no missing pieces.
Criteria: Whitening across most edges · deep scratches OK · 1–2 small creases OK · banged corners OK · text and art still fully readable
DMGDamaged~10–30% market
Significant structural damage: major creases that fold the paper, water/liquid damage, ink stains, missing/torn pieces, writing on card, peeling, or anything that compromises the card's structure. Often used for playable copies only.
Criteria: Major bends/creases · liquid damage · tears · writing or marks on card · missing pieces · severe foil clouding