This rugby ball is made from 100% genuine cow's leather which is rich and supple. It is handstitched and polished to a high standard. The rose wood display stand / plinth is the perfect way to display the football either in a bedroom, mancave or office. This rugby ball has a rubber bladder and will be shipped inflated (unless internationally by courier), over time the ball will lose air but can be reinflated with a standard ball pump. Due to the nature of leather the colour of the ball and stand you recieve may vary to that in the picture, there might also be small inperfections due to the nature of genuine leather. The ball can be treated with leather polish and the stand with wood polish. This ball is also perfect for being signed by your sporting hero. The ball will age beauitful and be your constant companion. Although leather is as hard as nails but don't forget it is natural and can stain, dry out, crack and warp so do take care if it with normal leather care products depending on the look you require.