There is wear to the front and back of the cover. The leather is worn and repaired in places. The spine and corners have had protection added. There are damages and repairs to the internal pages, with stains and watermarks also present. Cuttings have been added. The binding has been repaired in places. The edges of the pages are worn. Please do consider the photos available. This journal has been hand-written and represents a piece of personal history, there are naturally signs of wear and use.