GEM-MT 10: The pack’s attributes must include sharp focus, 60/40 or better centering, 4 sharp corners, no stains, and surface gloss fully intact with no scratches or marks.  Minor printer errors are allowable if it does not affect the overall focus of the card. Both front and back of the card has no imperfections or damage upon a close look. Seal is undisturbed and fully intact. No errors in the sealing process.

MT 9: The pack’s attributes must include sharp focus, 75/25 or better centering, slight wear on corners, no stains, or surface gloss fully intact with minor scratches or marks.

NM-MT 8: The pack’s attributes that appear that of a Mint 9 but upon closer examination minor flaws are noticed.  These flaws may include minor edging and corner frays or minor printing imperfections. Slight seal wrinkle, pin size hole or tear. 90/10 Centering or better.

NM 7: A Near Mint 7 pack’s attributes are similar to NM-MT 8 but may possess one or more of the following flaw; slight seal wrinkle, pin size hole or tear.

EX-NM 6: The pack’s attributes are similar to NM 7 but may possess one or more of the following flaw; slight seal wrinkle, pin size hole or tear.

EX 5: The pack’s attributes are similar to EX-NM 6 but may possess one or more of the following flaw; slight seal wrinkle, pin size hole or tear. May constrain straining or discoloration. The seal must be intact.

VG-EX 4: The pack’s attributes are similar to EX 5 but may possess one or more of the following flaw; slight seal wrinkle, pin size hole or tear. May constrain straining or discoloration. The seal must be intact.

VG 3: The pack’s attributes are similar to VG-EX 4 but may possess one or more of the following flaw; slight seal wrinkle, pin size hole or tear. May constrain straining or discoloration. The seal must be intact.

GOOD 2: The pack’s attributes are similar to VG 3 but may possess one or more of the following flaw; slight seal wrinkle, pin size hole or tear. May constrain straining or discoloration. The seal must be intact enough to show no proof of removal. Cards contained inside pack may be exposed. There may be heavy soiling or residue from a foreign source on pack, which affect overall surface.

POOR 1: The pack has serious surface damages including: water damage, color imperfections, tears, and markings, staining.  Small portions of the pack may be missing.  While the pack may be seriously damaged the original seal must be intact with no proof of removal. Pack must be legible enough to make proper authentication.

Above is Dragon Collectibles Grading, DCG, criteria.  DCG does not asset the monetary value of the collectibles.  The services provided by DCG is to grade the quality of the collectible based on the stated criteria.  The grade a collectible receives could be affected by other factors that are not stated in this description.  DCG takes into consideration the collectible’s company, age, and condition when grading.