While categorizing the quality of old software is subjective, I try to base my evaluation using familiar guides from some of the long established hobbies.

- Eli

Explanation of Condition

MINT: A perfect copy with no manufacturing or handling defects.
EXCELLENT: A near-perfect copy with no obvious blemishes.  A close inspection may reveal one or two minor imperfections, but otherwise appears to be new.
VERY GOOD: Complete software which on quick inspection looks to be in remarkably good shape.  No structural damage to the packaging; no long or obvious creases; only slight wear on the corners or edges; no fading in the packaging color; no rips, tears, or other obvious blemishes.
GOOD: Complete software which may show some slight signs of age.  No more than a couple of moderate creases, only slight to moderate wear on the edges or corners; no fading in the packaging color; no rips or tears; slight surface blemishes from wear or age.
FAIR: Complete software which shows some age.  Some creasing or slight structural damage to the box such as slight crushing; some wear on the corners and edges; slight fading from age; possible slight surface blemishes from labels, tape, or a less-than-obvious tear; other signs of age such as moderate surface blemishes from wear.
POOR: Possibly incomplete software with obvious damage to the packaging.