Came from an old barber shop. I believe it is nickle ove brass with a steel back plate. The magnet sticks to back but semi sticks to sides and I assume thats because the steel is close. Someone painted silver of the nickle plating but I can scratch that off with my fingernail. The silvering in the mirror has age imperfections but still good enough to use with the added charm of showing its age. Coupe small scratches on face of glass as well as a little paint spatter. Will require signature for delivery confirmation.