Shipped with USPS 1st class mail. This is a delicate cream pitcher 5 inches tall and 6 inches from nose to tail. The mould has such detail. You can see the cow's ribs, delicate eyes, fur on the legs. The tail is formed just right for pouring. There is one tiny chip as seen in the pictures- on the hoof. The colors are very realistic. There is the number 23 and a makers mark on the bottom.