After opening, the item has been placed in a double sleeve and a hard case. The condition is relatively clean, but please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a brand new item or one without any scratches, as this item has been stored by a private individual. This is to prevent any potential issues. When shipping, the card will be placed between cardboard and bubble wrap. Due to the nature of the item and to prevent card swapping, no claims or returns will be accepted.