Explanation of Condition

While categorizing the quality of old software is subjective, I try to base my evaluation using familiar guides from other long established hobbies.

        - Eli

	A perfect copy with no manufacturing or handling defects.
	A near-perfect copy with no obvious blemishes. A close inspection may reveal one or two minor imperfections, but otherwise appears to be new.
	Complete software which on quick inspection looks to be in remarkably good shape. No structural damage to the packaging; no long or obvious creases; only slight wear on the corners or edges; no fading in the packaging color; no rips, tears, or other obvious blemishes.
	Complete software which may show some slight signs of age. No more than a couple of moderate creases, only slight to moderate wear on the edges or corners; no fading in the packaging color; no rips or tears; slight surface blemishes from wear or age.
	Complete software which shows some age.  Some creasing or slight structural damage to the box such as slight crushing; some wear on the corners and edges; slight fading from age; possible slight surface blemishes from labels, tape, or a less-than-obvious tear; other signs of age such as moderate surface blemishes from wear.
	Possibly incomplete software with obvious damage to the packaging.
	Indicates that the software is unused and still sealed in the packaging.

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