The card condition is considered to be Played. As shown in the photos, there is a small scratch on the bottom right of the back, so please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about the condition. Also, if you need additional photos of the item or have any questions, please feel free to let me know in the comments. Regarding shipping: The item will be placed in a hard sleeve (top loader) without opening the original bag, and then inserted between several pieces of cardboard.