Some discoloration, fading and even minor soiling are allowed. Pinholes, store stamps, arrival dates, initials, etc. have no effect on this grade. Subscription envelopes can be missing or damaged. Cover and interior pages can have one or two minor tears and folds and centerfold may be loose or detached. One staple can be loose, but the cover is not completely detached.
Staples can have slight rust.
Paper may be brown but not brittle. Tape repairs are allowed in this category, but not recommended as they will in time deteriorate and discolor your magazine or poster. Posters in this category may have minor cosmetic flaws including tears, tack holes, taped corners or stained borders. Magazines and posters in this grade are commonly creased, scuffed, have foxing and are soiled. Cover and pages can be loose but magazine must still be complete.