I love this cute little modern marble table. I placed it between two swivel chairs and it is the perfect size. The marble is very heavy and sits on a beautiful gold pedestal which is somewhat shiny. There were thick plastic pieces that were difficult to pull off of the gold rods at the top. Take them off before screwing the marble top on because it makes it somewhat easier for them to take off. Thankfully my husband is stronger than me and could take them off but it was even somewhat difficult for him. All in all a great purchase!