I'm selling this, and I used it once a year ago. There are no scratches. The ribbon is a buckle, and it's designed to be hooked into the gap between the pearls on one end. Size: Total length of the pearl section: 61.5cm (stretches) Please note that these measurements are approximate. I can ship within 24 hours! Depending on the time, I can ship the same day. Coming-of-Age Ceremony Graduation Ceremony Hakama (traditional Japanese attire) Furisode (long-sleeved kimono) Party