Hardback in red cloth. Clean and bright. Bottom corner and edge has some wear, a small white stain at bottom of spine. Does not intrude to the interior. Binding is very good, no splitting or breaking of hinges. Clean and unmarked. Pages are in excellent, unstained or marked condition. I do not see any fingerprints or other marks. Price of $7.50 on jacket flap. jacket has some large chips, general edgewear, still glossy and bright with a few signs of cellophane tape, now removed. 485 plates, 100 in color. A true classic in the field. hard to find in useable condition, I have seen this book sell for up to $150.00.