The piece has a few factory condition issues and two small nicks on the upper rim, see photos. The handle has a glazing problem, whereas an area wasn't covered with a sufficiant amount and left a slightly rough spot leaving it open to trap dirt, that can be removed with strong solution of cleaner and a bit of brushing. The body does have odd lines on it that look like cracks, though they are not. The piece rings with a high pitched ping when tapped.