What makes a piece of wood Exhibition Grade?

[Burl Source]

No, it does not bother me. Actually I take it as a compliment.
I was afraid that I might be short changing the knifemaker by not telling them a piece was exhibition grade.

Since whether to call a piece exhibition grade is a matter of opinion, I will leave it up to the buyer. What I will do is describe it the best I can, take good photos, and if someone doesn't like a piece I'll give them their money back.

 

[Burl Source]

Is this the part that is really bothering you?
You think you could sell higher grades at higher prices?

There are alot of wood sellers out there.
Keep offering good wood at a good price and you will outlive them all.

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and forget the grades, pics are best.

Thank You for the good advice. You have said the same thing as my boss. He has been in the burl biz since the '70s , our shop here since '87.

 

[Dmitry.M]

Not an advice, just my half-a-cent.

Personally I would prefer to have nice pics(all 6 sides) on white background with the ruler and may be a one cent coin for the color reference, and a price for the particular piece. That's it. That's the best grading for me.