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			"MINT" CONDITION A Perfect Label: No Marks, Bends or Creases. Sharp Corners, Well Centered, Spectacular Color, Absolutely No Defects, Back of label will be completely clean and clear - A VERY FRESH Label in every way; not often seen "VERY FINE" CONDITION Like Mint - with Even Margins, Sharp Corners, Well Centered, Strong Color, No Discernable Defects, Bends or Creases. The back of the Label might have markings (such as a Collector Stamp or light Hinge Remnant)
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	"VERY GOOD" CONDITION Good Centering, Strong Color, Corners might be a bit blunt or rounded, Very slight crease or bend that does not detract from overall appearance. May have hinge remnants or Markings on the back. A very collectible label.		.
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			"GOOD" CONDITION Corners May be noticeably blunt or rounded. Bends, creases and slight tears may be present, but away from any graphics and / or images. The back of the label might have significant damage from pervious album mounting and there could be multiple markings, collector stamps or distrubance. This label will be visibly acceptable and the faults will not detract from the Overall Good appearance of the label "FAIR" CONDITION Although the label is intact, portions (such as corners) might be missing. Tears might be signficant and noticeable.Creases, bends and Defects will be evident and prounounced.
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SOME ADDITIONAL EXPLANATIONS / DEFINITIONS / EXAMPLES USED IN LABEL DESCRIPTION
ARTIST SIGNED LABEL "Richter / Napoli" Artist Mario Borgoni Circa 1920 Labels that are "Artist Signed" have the Design Firm (such as "Richter") noted. Additionally, the label might include the Artist's name or his monogram * * * * * * The Term "Riproduzione Vietata" is sometimes seen on RICHTER Labels; these are original / genuine labels.... this term is Italian for "REPRODUCTION PROHIBITED"	LABEL/STICKER Labels Identified as a Hotel Label / Sticker have a peel off, adhesive or decal type style. These were popular mostly between the 1940's - 1960's	ART DECO LABEL Elements Include Bold Use of Color and Form... along with a striking geometric pattern Art Deco Hotel Labels flourished mostly between the 1920's and the 1940's	BAGGAGE TAG Hotel Tags often have magnificent graphics and images. Constructed of cardboard, they were affixed to suitcase handles with a string or cord. * * * * * Although popular between 1940-1960, they are not often seen and are not yet as collectible as hotel labels