This Pirastro Evah Pirazzi Gold Steel Rope Core Viola String Set (Medium Gauge) is brand new in the original packaging, and it has never been opened. All of the strings in this set have ball ends (not loops). I have three sets available. The photos show the exact string set you will receive. As you can see from the photos, the barcode sticker on one of the sets has been partially removed, and the barcode is no longer visible on that sticker. The barcode stickers on the other two sets are intact. All of the sets are brand new and unopened, and there is no damage to the strings, the inner paper envelopes, or the outer plastic packaging holders. Please let me know if you have any questions about this listing, and thank you so much for shopping at Milkweed Merchandise!