I have kept this carefully stored in a dark place for a long time. It's large and heavy, and it's cute, like a real Stitch. The eyes are made of plastic. It's from quite a while ago, but there are almost no scratches or stains. There is some discoloration on the white part of the teeth due to aging. The size is about 45 centimeters! I'm hesitant to sell it, so there's a possibility I might take it down. Please refrain from purchasing if you are nervous about long-term home storage.