This violin, is a 1/2 in size, handcrafted in Romania manufactured by renowned craft smiths Keith, Curtis, & Clifton. The serial number for this violin is R16874. Hopefully noticeable in the picture, very difficult to get a good shot of inside a violin. Used by my daughter for her strings class very briefly, as we moved shortly after she began...hoping the new school would offer a strings class...which they did-when she would be 3 years older. As time passed she lost interest in the instrument-good news for whomever purchases this complete set(violin, bow, case, tin of rosin, & removable, extra shoulder rest/pad), because they retail from $1800-$2500 easily. Violin is in excellent shape, as well as bow and slide on chin rest/pad. Rosin is approximately 3/4 full. Case is also in spectacular shape, no cuts, scratches, defects-zipper functions perfectly. The interior in excellent as well; the velcro strap is in perfect order, and all padding and lining is as new. Check out the pictures and see for yourself. You won't be disappointed. If you would like additional photos, please message me and I will send you whatever you'd like to see. I can only list one skill level, but this violin is great for beginners and intermediates, as well as expert players. Thank you!