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Post Grade Condition Guide

Learn post grade condition from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.

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Workflow

  1. Inspect Corners and Edges

    5 min

    Mint no bends rounded corners downgrade.

  2. Assess Image Side

    5 min

    Stains foxing creases writing ink postal marks front.

  3. Check Verso Postage

    5 min

    Unused vs posted ink glue stain back.

  4. Assign Grade Label

    5 min

    Mint excellent very good good poor standard terms.

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Planning

Preparation

Safety

Execution

Quality

Documentation

Reference Materials

Postcard Grading StandardStandard

Industry best practices for postcard grading.

Postcard Grading FormulaFormula

Mint M no flaws; VG corner wear; G creases acceptable; poor major damage.

Postcard Grading Reference TableTable

Key benchmarks for postcard grading.

GradeCornerPrice
MintSharp100%
VGWear40%

  • Pro Tip

    Conservative grade — trust seller repeat.

  • Time Saver

    Writing front — personal taste discount.

  • Warning

    Scan sell — grade photo proof.

Safety Notes

  • Paper cut thick stacks.
  • Magnifier sun — eye care.

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