Collector & Reseller Glossary

What the jargon actually means — and what it does to resale value. 3,211 terms across 12 categories.

9 terms in Trading Cards starting with “E” · page 1 of 1

1. edge wearTrading Cards
   This refers to any visible damage along the perimeter of a trading card, such as nicks, rounding, or slight fraying of the edges. For collectors and resellers, edge wear is a significant factor in determining the card's
2. editionTrading Cards
   This refers to a specific printing run or release of a trading card set. Not all cards within a set are produced in the same quantity, and different editions can signify variations in artwork, card stock, or the inclusio
3. energy costTrading Cards
   This term, while sometimes used loosely, generally refers to the resource expenditure or the inherent value associated with a specific card's rarity or power level within a trading card game context. For collectors, it c
4. error cardTrading Cards
   An error card is a trading card that contains a printing mistake, such as a misspelling, an incorrect image, a color variation, or a misprint on the card itself. These imperfections make the card unique and often highly
5. excellentTrading Cards
   This grading term signifies a card in near-mint condition, exhibiting only very minor, almost unnoticeable flaws. An excellent card has sharp corners, a vibrant print, and minimal surface wear, such as light handling mar
6. excellent conditionTrading Cards
   This descriptor signifies that a trading card is in near-mint or very fine shape, exhibiting minimal to no noticeable wear. It suggests the card has been carefully stored and handled, with sharp corners, flat surfaces, a
7. excellent condition cardTrading Cards
   This describes a trading card that is in near-mint or very fine shape, exhibiting minimal signs of wear. It means the card has sharp corners, flat surfaces, and very little to no surface scratching, creasing, or discolor
8. excellent condition card priceTrading Cards
   This phrase refers to the expected market value for a trading card that is graded or visually assessed as being in excellent condition. Excellent condition generally means the card shows minimal signs of wear, such as li
9. expansionTrading Cards
   An expansion refers to a new set of cards released within a trading card game or collectible series, distinct from the base set. These sets introduce new characters, artwork, card types, and often new mechanics or rules