COLLECTOR REFERENCE / FEATURE 10

CONDITION GUIDE

Condition is part of the object, not fine print. This guide explains the language collectors care about before buying.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR

Seals, card edges, window clarity, corner wear, missing accessories, paint condition and completeness all matter.

NEW / SEALED

Factory-sealed or unopened merchandise. Packaging wear should still be called out separately.

  • Seal intact
  • Contents unused
  • Packaging wear disclosed

CARDED / BOXED

Item remains in its original package, but the package itself is part of the grade.

  • Check corners and edges
  • Look for dents and creases
  • Note sticker residue

LOOSE COMPLETE

Opened and out of package, with the figure and expected accessories present.

  • Accessory count matters
  • Check joints and paint
  • Photos should show wear

LOOSE / INCOMPLETE

A legitimate collector piece with one or more accessories, parts or packaging elements missing.

  • Missing pieces called out
  • Useful for display or customs
  • Photos take priority

CATALOG EXAMPLES

These examples use Goth Girl Comics catalog photography so the reference stays grounded in the inventory you actually shop here.