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Are Oud Classifications Globally Standardized?

After explaining the grade names — Super, Double, Triple, Royal, Rare — we arrive at the question that gathers them all: are these classifications globally standardized? The short answer: no....

What Is Meant by Rare Oud?

"Rare oud" is a description applied to an oud that is scarce and hard to obtain, so its price and value rise. But what actually makes an oud rare? And...

What Is Meant by the Royal Grade in Oud?

The "Royal grade," or "Royal," is a name applied to the finest grades of oud, evoking meanings of luxury and kings. But — like the "Super" names — it is...

What Does "Triple Super" Mean in Oud Grades?

"Triple Super" is the peak of the "Super" chain in most houses, that is, the highest grade by which oud is described with this name. In this article we explain...

What Does "Double Super" Mean in Oud Grades?

"Double Super" is a grade that rises above "Super" in many classifications, so it means a finer oud, richer in resin. But what does repeating "Super" actually add? In this...

What Does "Super" Mean in Oud Grades?

"Super" is among the most traded of oud grade names, applied to the high, resin-rich grades. But what does it mean exactly? In this article we explain what is meant...