This is a teapot purchased a few years ago from Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten. I used it several times when I first bought it. The exterior is in good condition, but there are rusty spots near the rim inside and on the underside of the lid. Photo number 10 best shows the extent of the rust. This is a teapot, so it cannot be used over a direct flame. 16 x 14 x H14.5 Please refrain from returns or price negotiations.