Baltimore Signature Sale. Featuring the Gil Clark Collection; the John H. Dabbert Collection Part II; the V.A. Everest Collection; the Frank O. Fredericks Collection, Part III; the Robert Fry Collection of Matte Proof Lincolns; the Ketring Family Collection; the Brian Loncar Collection, Part II; the Mark Mauer Collection; the McCormick Ranch Collection; the I.S. Memorial Collection; the James L. Moore Collection; the Morris Silverman Collection, Part II; the Stephen and Dianne Stokely Collection; the Mark Van Deusen Collection, Part II; the Gary Walker Collection; the Zerbe Collection. Baltimore, MD. July 26 - 28, 2003. Sale #328. Lots 5001 - 11000.

Biblio’s Book Conditions

• As New
  The book is pristine and free of any defects, in the same condition as when it was first newly published.
• Fine (F)
  A book in fine condition exhibits no flaws. A fine condition book closely approaches As New condition, but may lack the crispness of an uncirculated, unopened volume.
• Near Fine (NrFine or NF)
  Almost perfect, but not quite fine. Any defect outside of shelf-wear should be noted.
• Very Good (VG)
  A used book that does show some small signs of wear - but no tears - on either binding or paper. Very good items should not have writing or highlighting.
• Good (G or Gd.)
  The average used and worn book that has all pages or leaves present. ‘Good’ items often include writing and highlighting and may be ex-library. Any defects should be noted. The oft-repeated aphorism in the book collecting world is “good isn’t very good.”
• Fair
  It is best to assume that a “fair” book is in rough shape but still readable.
• Poor (P)
  A book with significant wear and faults. A poor condition book can still make a good reading copy but is generally not collectible unless the item is very scarce. Any missing pages must be specifically noted.