Purchased in 2014 When you touch a country with the touch pen, it tells you information about the country, such as its population and capital. Operation has been confirmed. Batteries are not included. The globe has some sun damage. It was kept out of children's reach, so there is no dirt. The instruction manual has a fold, but it does not interfere with reading. There is no original box, so it will be packed in a cardboard box I have on hand.