I purchased Fiji LR from my LFS... I didnt realize it when I ordered it but it was Walt Smith Fiji LR... I picked it up as soon as it came from the airport... still in the box. It was never that bleached tan appearance.... it was close to black and alot of purple and pink coralline that never died or bleached... just like the pictures in the Dr f&S catalog.... The sponges and plants died back then returned... then the tang and crabs devoured anything that was plant-like!
The price was $200 for a 45lb box. Not bad from LFS!!! (If I bought less than a whole box the price went up $1.50/lb)... and as "fresh" as I could get... I suppose it would be more "fresh" if I lived on the west coast... it did have to take another trip to the east coast...
Not trying to slam your rock... It has nice shape and size...
just thought Id share my experience...