Smoky purple in color. Out of sunlight the color is MUCH more SMOKE. Some small flat chips around the threading area, top area and base. There is also a bit of scuffing. All this is really not distracting on view but there. There is also some high point wear on the embossing. LAST CHANCE ! For one week it's $80 mailed in the U.S.A., then it will be gone for good. Books $175 - $200