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FOR ADVANCED D&D GAME Dungeon Module G1-2-3 Against The Giants by Gary Gygax THREE ADVENTURES FOR CHARACTERS LEVELS 8-12 TSR 9058
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Weight 6oz, 150 grams
I would rate this item Fine+ - F+.
Module has some creasing, shelf wear and some scratches. The scans don't show the creasing very well. Module is just too dark.
The inside of the module includes second bi-fold map. The module is completely free or markings. Staples are just starting to show some rust. The staples have NOT stained the inside of the cover. All pages attached and module complete.
Overall a very good example of a module from the 80's and would be good for anyone that is looking to game!Rating / Grading System -
I am going to try rating item(s) though it seems that everyone views rating system differently.Please be sure to look at the detailed photos and description to be satisfied with your purchased before bidding.I am hoping the rating system will help with your decision.I will also continue to use these codes in the description to quickly allow you to get a feel for what your going to see with a module/manual before looking at the detail.
Shrinkwrapped (SW): Shrinkwrapping is not a grade, but an enhancement to an item's condition. When denoting shrinkwrap, the actual condition of the item should also be stated (i.e., "VG/SW"). Only valid if the item is sealed in the original shrinkwrap, from the publishing company (post-publication shrinkwrapping by dealers or individuals, for the purpose of raising the price of an item, is NOT an acceptable -- or ethical -- practice). If you know a copy has been re-shrinkwrapped, say so. Assuming a "shrinkwrapped" item is Mint could be erroneous… corners may have become dinged, creases may be present in the spine (from bending), etc. These deviations from Mint status should be stated as such. Minor tears in the shrinkwrap are not necessarily degrading to the item’s value; after all, the shrinkwrap’s purpose for collectibility is not necessarily protection (shrinkwrap is flimsy and tears easily), but rather an assurance that the item has never been opened
Mint (M): A Mint item is perfect – the corners are sharp, edges keen and the spine/binding tight. It looks not only straight off the press, but is completely free of flaws. Mint items are extremely rare, especially anything from the 1980’s or earlier. This grade should be used exceedingly carefully – odds are that even an item you might think is in Mint condition actually will have some minor flaws on closer inspection. The Acaeum does not offer Estimated Values on the Mint condition.
Near Mint (NM): There may be a few light stress lines on the spine, but otherwise the spine is strong and intact. Corners are sharp, but can have a little bit of "bumping" or other very minor wear. In general, no creases should be present, though a slight "bend" that does not create a noticeable stress crease may be allowed. The edges may have a few very tiny "bumps" or "nicks". A few light stress lines are acceptable on the surface, but they should NOT break the color. Surface colors should be bright with at most a few "color flecks" or some very minimal "color fading" (as usually occurs along the spine). Any spots of discoloration or staining would be extremely minor (no more than a few pencil-tip sized dots). In addition, the inside booklet should be complete with no marks, no rust on the staples and all inserts/maps still attached. At most, a few very light marks may be allowed – such as a pencil note next to a creature’s stats or (possibly) and small price written in pencil on the inside flyleaf (as from a used book store). Even though, the above flaws are acceptable in Near Mint condition, an item should not contain any more than a few such defects. An accumulation of several of the above will likely drop the item down another grade. Note: nearly all items described as "mint" in the marketplace are in fact Near Mint. In keeping with this philosophy, we do not offer Estimated Values for any grade higher than Near Mint.
Very Fine (VF): A few light creases may be present at an edge/corner or on the inner surface of the cover (such as when a "thumb" presses down on a module cover and creates semi-circular stress lines). There should be no folds or hard creases. Corners can have other wear such as slight "rounding" or "abrasion". On modules or staple-bound items, the edge of the spine may have some slight abrasions to the outer surface layer, though the spine itself it still strong and intact (this is a sometimes common occurrence from the cover being opened repeatedly). For perfect-bound accessories, light vertical stress lines are more prominent (though not extensive). Staples may have the slightest hint of rust, but should still be at least 90% rust free with no rust stains on the pages. Maps / inserts may be detached -- there can be a few marks written on the these, but they should still be minor and not extensive (no highlighting or marker). Again, judgment must be used as each item is unique. Perhaps two corners may have tiny 1/16" creases at the extreme tips or there could be one very light ½" crease
Fine (FN): Many "high grade" items are actually in Fine condition. At first glance, a Fine item may appear to be a higher grade, but on closer inspection flaws can be clearly seen. There may be several smalls creases or even one slightly larger (1" or 2cm) crease. The top/bottom of the spine may show some abrasion, perhaps even a small 1/8" (3mm) tear. Other possible flaws include: several heavier spine stress lines (either vertical or horizontal), a "scuff" to the surface that removes some of the color, rust to the staples (though at least 75% should be rust free), a tiny tear or very small piece missing from a corner (no more than 1/16" or 1 ½ mm), or a few small stains. Though inserts / maps may be detached and have some minor writing, they should still be intact (i.e. character sheets should not be "cut out"). Often, Fine items simply have an greater accumulation of lesser flaws.
Very Good (VG): The "average wear" grade. Spines show stress and may be slightly frayed or have minor tears. Module covers can have "splits" as long as 2" (5cm). Corners are often rounded, creased, or frayed, and edges may show similar wear. Other common flaws are "color fading", small stains, small tears, and writing on interior pages (perhaps even some highlighting). A slight warping and/or faint "musty odor" (usually from storage in a basement) may also be allowed. Tape may have been used to "repair" the item, but it should be (at most) one or two small pieces. A Very Good item can simply be an accumulation of several minor and moderate flaws or it may have very few minor flaws and one major detractor (such as a fold that goes the entire length of the cover, heavy rust on the staples, a page separated that was not designed to be "detachable", a large spine split, or writing on the outer cover
Good (GD): Shows heavy wear, but is still solid. A few large flaws plus several smaller flaws may be present. Conversely, Good items may have one or two major flaws: spine splits up to half the length (typical of modules), several large and heavy creases, a small amount of water damage, heavy writing, multiple or large tears, a noticeable odor due to either "mustiness" or "smoke", significant staple rust & staining, etc. There may be several pieces of tape on the item. On staple-bound books, the cover can be separated from the staples (staple pulls), and on perfect-bound books, some pages may be loose from the binding. A Good item should be relatively solid and intact and still retain some basic appeal to a collector
Fair (FR): Several large and significant flaws. Pages may be detached, a module cover completely split, or the cover loose from a staple-bound book. Large pieces may even be missing from the cover or a page (perhaps as large as ¼ the surface area). There may be significant water damage, extensive soiling, extremely heavy creasing, large tears, etc. The item is still complete (or mostly complete) and useable.
Poor (PR): These items have no real value and have flaws that render them completely undesirable and/or useless. Very large pieces may be missing, the items may have fire damage, multiple pages ripped out (and lost), the cover removed, etc. Except for extremely valuable items, there is no collectible value to a Poor item.
All the above rating system is directly copied from Acaeum as it is the best informational website on AD&D & D&D that I have found. Its link is http://www.acaeum.com/index.html.
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