There are no chips nor cracks, Etc on this item; however, I did notice some crazing on the bottom. It is clearly marked made in Japan. There is embossing on the bottom that I could not read but believe it is probably a number. Her scarf is a very muted blue. The collar and cuffs of her gown are trimmed in gold. Please refer to each of the photographs provided as our pictures are always an important part of our descriptions.