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Mint |
Model is in perfect condition and is as delivered from the
manufacturer. The model may have been unwrapped for inspection.
Never tested or operated, except if done at the factory, with
original box, extra parts bags, additional components, paperwork,
and packaging.
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New |
Model may have been test run or displayed, otherwise it is as
delivered from the manufacturer, generally with original box and
packaging. The model may show minor evidence of handling.
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Like New |
Model has been minimally operated or displayed. There may be some
minor signs of use beyond testing. The original box and packaging
will be noted if not present.
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Excellent |
Model has been moderately operated or displayed. There
are some signs of careful regular use. The original box and
packaging will be noted if not present.
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Very Good |
Model has been consistently operated or displayed. There
are a number of signs of use, such as minor scratches, paint
chips, or overall wheel wear. Minor defects and imperfections are
present as described. The original box and packaging will be noted
if not present.
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Good |
Model has seen significant use, but is essentially complete. Some
defects and imperfections exist as described. The original box and
packaging will be noted if not present.
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Fair |
Model has seen significant use, and shows heavy signs of wear.
Imperfections exist as described. There may be noticeable issues
with the construction, operation, or finish.
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As Is |
Model has deficiencies, such as damage, missing parts, excessive
operational use, or poor finish. The model requires attention by
the purchaser to correct these deficiencies.
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Project |
Model requires additional work to complete. Additional components
and parts may be required. The overall completeness of the existing
project components will be noted. As appropriate, the project
condition will be described using standard condition categories.
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Notes |
1. The above categories apply to the overall condition of the
model. In all cases, except for models categorized as mint
or new, specific deficiencies that exist will be noted. |
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Mint |
The original box is in perfect condition and is as delivered from
the manufacturer. All original packaging foam and materials are
also in as delivered condition.
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New |
The original box is in new condition and is as delivered from the
manufacturer. All original packaging foam and materials are also in
as delivered condition or has been equivalently replaced. The box
may have a handwritten or affixed price tag, or a dealer stamp or
label, or other very minor additions.
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Like New |
The original box is in like new condition, but the exterior may
display signs of moderate use such as fading, scuffs, minor
blemishes, and/or general shelf wear. All original packaging foam
and materials are included and are in good condition, or exact
reproduction replacement foam and packaging materials have been
substituted. The box may have a handwritten or affixed price tag,
or a dealer stamp or label.
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Excellent |
The exterior of the original box shows signs of wear, and may have
some minor damage or blemishes. Original interior foam and
packaging may be incomplete or replaced with similar, but not exact,
materials. The box may have a handwritten or affixed price tag, or
a dealer stamp or label.
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Very Good |
The exterior of the original box shows heavy signs of wear, and has
some damage, such as torn corners, heavy soiling, significant
fading, or missing labels. Original interior foam and packaging
materials may be missing and substitute packaging included.
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Substitute
Box |
The original box and interior packaging materials are not present.
An equivalent, but not original, model box has been substituted.
The substitute box may have an incorrect or a locally printed
replacement label, and may have replacement or equivalent packaging
materials. The substitute box provides the internal packaging
required for safe handling and shipping of the model.
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Replacement
Box |
The original box and interior packaging materials are not present.
A replacement box appropriate for the model has been substituted.
The replacement box is usually new and of corrugated cardboard
construction. The replacement box may have a locally printed box
label, and will have internal packaging materials as required for
safe handling and shipping.
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Notes |
1. In all cases, the presence of original included contents,
such as extra parts, paperwork, and other items shall be
noted. |
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Three Rail & Tinplate Models |
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C-10
Mint
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Brand New -
All original - Unused and unblemished. |
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C-9
Factory New
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All original - Unused - May evidence factory rubs and the slightest
evidence of handling, shipping, and having been test run at the
factory. |
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C-8
Like New
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Complete All Original
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No rust - No missing parts - May show effects of being on display
and/or age - May have been run. |
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C-7
Excellent
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All Original -
Minute scratches and paint nicks - No rust - No Missing parts - No
Distortion of component parts. |
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C-6
Very Good
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Minor scratches and paint nicks - Minor spots of surface rust - Free
of dents - May have minor parts replaced. |
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C-5
Good
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Sign of play wear -
Scratches and minor paint loss - Small dents - Minor surface rust -
Evidence of heavy use. |
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C-4
Fair
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Scratched - Moderate paint loss - Surface rust - Dented - Missing
parts - Evidence of heavy use. |
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C-3
Poor
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Requires major body repair - Heavily scratched - Major rust -
Missing parts - Restoration candidate. |
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C-2
Restoration Required
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Restoration required. |
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C-1
Junk
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Parts value only. |
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Notes |
1.
Three Rail and Tinplate Model grading standards based on published
Train Collectors Association standards.
2. Any paper or box that has been repaired can be graded no
higher than P-5. |
Three Rail & Tinplate Model Paper & Boxes |
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P-10
Mint
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Brand new -
Complete and all original as manufactured - Unused. |
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P-9
Store New
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Complete and all original - Unused - May have
merchant additions such as store stamps, price tags, et al. - Boxes
must have inner liner/s, if appropriate. |
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P-8
Like New
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Complete and all original - Evidence of light use and aging -
Evidence of additional notations since leaving manufacturer or
publisher - Contents of box may be missing. |
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P-7
Excellent
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Complete and all original - Handling indentations - Minute edge wear
- Small creases. |
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P-6
Very Good
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Complete and all original - Minor abrasions, creases, and/or folds -
Small tears - Slight color changes - Minor soiling - Box may have
inner liner/s missing. |
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P-5
Very Good
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Complete and all original - Minor abrasions, creases, and/or folds -
Small tears - Slight color changes - Minor soiling - Box may have
inner liner/s missing. |
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P-4
Fair
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Heavy damage but generally legible - May or may not have been
repaired - Paper may be brittle - Boxes may have inner flaps
missing. |
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P-3
Poor
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Incomplete - May be very brittle - Significant deterioration -
Extensive amateur repairs (Scotch tape or equivalent). |
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Notes |
1.
Three Rail and Tinplate Paper and Box grading standards based on
published Train Collectors Association standards. |
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As New
Fine -
Mint
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Without faults or defects. |
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Near Fine |
A book approaching FINE (or AS NEW or MINT) but with a couple of
very minor defects or faults, which will be noted.
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Very Good |
The book shows some signs of wear. Any defects or faults will be
noted.
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Good |
The average used book that is totally complete (as issued) and
intact. Any defects or faults will be noted..
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Fair |
A worn book that has complete text pages (including those with maps
or plates) but may lack endpapers, half-title page, etc. Any
defects or faults will be noted.
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Poor |
A book that is sufficiently worn that it’s only merit is the
complete text, which is legible. Any missing maps or plates will
be noted. May be soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted, and may have
loose joints, hinges, pages, etc.
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Ex-Library |
Will always be designated as such no matter what the condition of
the book
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Book Club |
Will always be noted as such no matter what the condition of the
book.
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Binding
Copy |
A book in which the text block, including illustrations, is complete
but the binding is lacking, or in such poor condition it is beyond
realistic restoration efforts.
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Notes |
1. These standards are derived from IOBA Book Condition
Definitions and are used to describe both the book and the
dust jacket, if applicable. The word “book” may be
replaced by “dust jacket” in the following definitions.
2. Any additional faults, such as remainder marks, bookplates,
previous owner's name, etc. will be noted if applicable. |
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