Please see the listing photos for condition. This collector spoon is previously owned and shows some minor wear. There are numerous tiny, light scratches (mostly visible on the smooth back side). It has been polished recently, but there still are some small spots of tarnish. It is shiny so there is some glare in the photos. It is marked on the back: STERLING. There are no other markings so I do not know the maker or when or where the spoon was made. It is similar to others made in Japan. It is 5 1/4 inches long. I could not find another one like it for sale so it could be rare. Any information about this spoon would be appreciated. Shipping usps priority mail box 9.