I was looking for a tiara that wasn't very tall, and I purchased this one here. I bought it to use at my wedding, but I ended up not using a tiara, so I only tried it on once. There are no noticeable stains on the tiara itself. Upon close inspection, there is a very slight blackening on the part that goes into the hair, but it's not something to be concerned about. Please refer to the photos for details. Please understand that this is a used item, as it has been stored at home. It will be shipped in simple packaging. Please also refer to my profile for more information.