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Condition wording can hide useful clues when you know which phrases signal normal wear, missing details, or risk.
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Seller photos reveal far more when you compare angles, lighting, close-ups, and what is missing.- Published on
Missing parts are one of the easiest secondhand risks to overlook because listings often focus on the main item.- Published on
Cosmetic wear can be harmless or revealing depending on category, location, and what else the listing shows.- Published on
Certain phrases are not automatic deal-breakers, but they should trigger closer review.