The platter looks as described and is pretty with some swirled color variation which adds a beautiful effect. I couldn't tell from the photos but it is a nice thickness as well. 2 stars off because I bought it to serve food and it is pictured with food and nowhere in the description does it say it is not for food use. However when received there was a sticker front and center on it saying that it is not safe for food use. Very disappointing. The only way I can use it now is maybe to display a cu...