Purchased as a commemorative item and stored in a display case with glass doors. This item is unused. The color appears bluish when held up to the light, but depending on the angle, it can also look like a burgundy reddish-brown. Please consider the color description subjective. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about minor imperfections due to the handmade nature of the item. Please inquire if you would like to see it from other angles. It will be wrapped in cushioning material for packaging.