This wonderful instrument has served me for over thirty years as a professional symphony musician. There are no cracks! The silver plating is in excellent condition because I wash my hands frequently. I don't like the feel of sticky fingers on silver! I don't need to sell it, however someone needs a d'amore and it isn't doing me any good sitting in a cabinet! Someone needs to enjoy it as much as I have! Search Madera Winds Tucson and see my website!