I purchased this from an individual artist and have been storing it. I put money and cards in it indoors, but I never took it outside. The cowhide is so soft, you'd think it was sheepskin or goatskin, and it feels like a leather stuffed animal. The zipper pull on the coin case was originally a leather string, but I replaced it with a similar, softer cowhide for a better feel. I'm selling it for less than I bought it for. I don't have any pets, and I don't smoke. Please refrain from price negotiations. Silent transactions are OK. Thank you for your consideration.