The lens is new - tested only, purchased together with other lenses from an auction sale as I am upgrading my system and wated to test a few and selling here what I don't need. Never used on the field - fully operational - AF and VR in both modes work as they should. Comes with original hood, box and manual. Tested with Nikon D7500 - perfect operation. Box is opened and has signs of handling and removed labels. There is a minor mark on the front element - circled in white on one of the pictures - it doesn't affect the image in any way. Please note - the front and rear caps are added by me - they are not band new.