How to estimate the condition of a poster.

Where possible we describe the condition of a poster for sale as it was acquired by us and before any restoration is undertaken. The approach to determining the condition of a poster varies from place to place and is always somewhat subjective. Furthermore it is hard to be sure from looking at a photo on the internet exactly what it is you are getting. For these reasons we like to categorize the condition of the poster based on a matrix adopted from a 10 point system developed by Jon Warren, author of Warren’s Movie Poster Price Guide and owner of  iGuide Media.

Condition is important as it is in any paper collectible in that it guides what price you should expect to pay. We keep photo records of the poster pre-restoration and pre-linen backing as a matter of routine but if the poster has been worked on; the final and current image is the only one displayed on our website.