I put it in a sleeve immediately after taking it out and stored it in a dark place. Although it is new and unused, 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 please understand that this is a subjective assessment, and there may be oversights. To prevent any issues, please purchase it for play. Please check the condition in the photos and purchase only if you are satisfied.