The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

- Overall condition: good. Shows normal signs of wear, with minor abrasions throughout gold and silver.
- Accompanied by a drawing 'Création Jean Vendome', 2 december 2006.
- Shell: in good condition, with minor scratches.
- Mother-of-pearl: in good condition, with minor scratches.
- White opal: in good condition, minor scratches at surface.
- Black opal: in good condition, minor scratches at surface.
- Sapphires: with typical inclusions, chips at the junction of the table's facets.
- Coloured sapphires: with typical inclusions, chips at the junction of the table's facets.
- Garnet: with typical inclusions, chips at the junction of the table's facets.
- Emeralds: with typical inclusions, chips at the junction of the table's facets.
- Rubies: with typical inclusions, chips at surface.
- Topaz: with typical inclusions, chips at the junction of the table's facets.
- Emeralds: with typical inclusions, chips at the junction of the table's facets and at the girdle.
- Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.