This item is new. Great earrings for lovers of seahorses or for trips to the beach. These stone is listed as blue zircon, a semi-precious gemstone, favored for its high specific luster. Although Zircon may be natural or lab created, it is not the same as cubic zirconia and generally has a higher value. I have many stickers, label pins, socks, and jewelry coming online from two liquidated stores. If you are interested in these items items please consider bundling to save on shipping. If there are at least three of the sticker packs, label pins, key chains, socks, jewelry, hair accessories, headbands, or hats in the bundle you will receive and offer of at least 20% off (likely more) and reduced shipping. Items not listed above will be also discounted if they are in the bundle with three of the above items.