Here is a CD 260 from my collection. This one is literally loaded with snow specs (a couple are larger and there is a piece of carbon ...black stuff above wire rim) and a few air bubbles. The color is aqua. It has the Patent date on the reverse side of the Star. Date occurs on the skirt. Amber in ears shows when backlit....adds interest to this tough cable. Very tiny chip on petiticoat and a large chip on the date side at the underside of the wire groove. Price shipped: $450.00