Flawless condition, exceeding the typical 10-point scale. It represents an immaculate specimen with no discernible flaws across all evaluated aspects.
All sub-grades must be 10 to achieve Ruby Pristine.
Nearing flawless. It may exhibit, virtually undetectable imperfections that are only noticeable under close scrutiny. Overall, the card appears pristine to the naked eye. Centered within a 55/45 ratio on the front and 65/35 on the back to achieve a 10 in the centering sub-category.
In virtually perfect condition to the naked eye. There may be tiny imperfections such as a very light printing line or scratch, specks or very faint whitening upon close inspection. Centered within a 60/40 ratio on the front and 70/30 on the back to achieve a 9 for centering.
Exceptional condition but may feature minor imperfections like slight wear or whitening. Possibility of minor printing defects, such as the presence of light print lines or scratches. Centered within a 70/30 ratio on the front and 80/20 on the back.
Generally excellent condition but with some signs of wear. The card may exhibit minor printing defects. Edges and corners with light wear/whitening are acceptable as is light surface damage. Centered within a 75/25 ratio on the front and 80/20 on the back.
Evidence of handling or wear. There might be some surface scratches or damage, moderate edge/corner whitening, minor nicks and slightly miscut corners are acceptable. Centered within a 80/20 ratio on the front. No minimum centering ratio for the back.
Obvious signs of wear. Numerous scratches, printing defects, discoloration, moderate nicks and whitening may be present. Some important aspects of the card may be obscured.
Moderate scratching, major printing defects may be present on the surface of the card obscuring text or artwork. Edges & corners may show significant wear with chipping, major nicks, significant whitening and creasing.
Numerous moderate scratches, heavy scuffing, and major printing defects possibly obscuring text or artwork. Important aspects of the card may be obscured. No minimum centering ratio.
Damaged condition. Deep surface scratches, very severe scuffing, whitening, chipping, nicks and fraying. Heavy creasing, potentially from edge to edge. Important aspects of the card may be obscured. Severe printing defects. No minimum centering ratio.
Major surface damage for example cuts, extensive deep scratches severe creasing or even a very small amount of writing on the surface. A small portion of the card for example a torn corner might be missing. Numerous substantial flaws will be present resulting in a significant visual alteration to the card. No minimum centering ratio.
