I put it in a sleeve immediately after opening it and stored it in a dark place. It's new and unused, but I'm listing it as "Near Mint" just in case. I think it's a beautiful item without any white spots or initial scratches, but it's only a visual inspection by an amateur, so there may be oversights. To prevent any trouble, please purchase it for play. Please check the condition in the photos and purchase it only if you are satisfied.