Using Correct Words When Listing
In this weeks blog post we are going to talk about how to use the correct words when we list an item. The words or phrases can be used when listing on Amazon
and most other e-commerce platforms.
So what the the different words and phrases mean ?
1) Mint = Brand new untouched just as it came out of the factory. Sometimes you see it shortened to MT. Some other words and phrases you will see on eBay are :
MIB (No not Men In Black
MISB = Mint In Sealed Box
MOC = Mint On Card
MIP = Mint in Package
2) Near Mint = This is like mint, but the item or package has some very slight marks on it. Again you will see some of the above things used as well with near mint such as NMIB – Near Mint In Box.
3) Very Fine – This is used when you cannot list it as Mint or Near Mint. often you will see it lists as NF – Near Fine.
4) Fine – Again the item has some pitfalls with it and does not allow you to list it with any of the above words and phrases.
5) Very Good – We are now coming onto items that have some large faults, or marks on the item and or box, but still it is a very good item in very good condition, but look out. Listed as VG
6) Good – The item is now showing some big faults, and major marks or parts missing or not working. Listed as GD
7) Fair – The item now could have markings that make it look used and not pretty, and could result in you not being happy with the purchase, or the person buying from you not happy.
But as with all things depends on what market you are selling in Fair could be very good as the person buying is not expecting brand new.
Poor – again this could mean trouble as the item may be broken, damaged or not pretty at all. But as with fair, poor could be ok for some people if it works and is what you expect.
When ever you are listing, be honest with people, and tell them the truth. Do not say if it is mint, if it is near mint and so on. When I list I always tend to under sell my item and tend to go down to the next one.
When you do this the buyer is always happy as if you listed it as Near Mint, and when they got it it was Mint they will be well pleased.
Hope this has helped you to understand How To use the correct words when listing.
