First set we ordered had a very noticeable scratch in the front surface of the spoon so we called customer service and they immediately sent us a new set at no charge, with instructions to either donate or throw out the damaged set. The second set arrived without a scratch, but don't expect absolute perfection in these inexpensive foreign-made cast metal wall decorations. They all have little flecks of black blemishes or casting marks, but from distance of 3 or 4 feet you don't really notice them, and they look great on the wall in the cafe area of our kitchen. We paired these with a large 40" round mirror that looks like a large dinner plate on the adjoining wall to complete the look.