The color is brighter than in the image, and the gold thread sparkles, making it a very beautiful obi. This is just my personal impression. It was at my parents' house, and I believe it was used for a wedding and then kept in a chest of drawers, but I'm not entirely sure. I'm not familiar with kimonos, so please check the images. If you have any questions or would like additional photos, I will be happy to assist. I am also open to price negotiations. This item has been stored at home for a long time. Please understand this before purchasing. Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a new item or are overly concerned about condition. Shipping may be changed to either Rakuraku or Yu-Yu Mercari delivery services.