I put it in a sleeve immediately after opening it and stored it in a dark place. It is new and unused, but I am listing it as "Near Mint" just in case. I believe it is a beautiful item without any white spots or initial scratches, but it is 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. Please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about the condition.