Grading: RANK (S) Mint: The card has no visible marks. Almost every card has a flaw even if it is new, so this rating is rarely used. RANK (A) Near Mint: The card has minor flaws that are not apparent at first sight. It may have very little white pocks or scratches that you have to really look for in order to see them. RANK (B) Near Mint/Lightly Played: Overall good appearance. Little scratches, picks, worn edges, slight bends or creases can be seen but does not impede the card's integrity. RANK (C) Lightly Played: Similar to a lightly played/near mint condition card except there is more whitening around the edges and the corners are a little more worn. There might be some small amount of whitening on the back face or front face. Even a casual inspection will show the defects. When the card is in a sleeve the defects will not be as noticeable and the card will likely blend in with other cards. RANK (D) Played: There is excessive whitening around the edges and the corners have a good amount of wear, a lot of scratches, picks, bends and creases. When you put the card in a sleeve, it might stick out due to its condition, but nonetheless, still playable in a sleeve.