This nice and old violin is very lightweight. With only 392 grams (includes strings and other) it is an easy holdable instrument The label reads Antonius Stradivarius Cremonensis Facibat. Anno 1725 (last two numbers are faded) There is some glue on the sides of the instrument but there are no cracks. The sound post must be placed! a brand new sound post is included! -Important please read- The violin is checked externally. All visable defects are photographed. Because of the age, the instrument might riquire extra repairs. If this is not what you are looking for please do not purchase this item! The instrument will be shipped with new strings and will be packed securely and insured opon the highest bid