拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and rubbing consistent with age and use.

Exterior exhibits dents, marks and scratches, there are vertical cracks on the top lid, visible wear to the canvas covering the hinges, there are some minor losses to the canvas. The wooden slats appear to have been sandblasted. The lozine trim exhibits significant cracks and marks. The leather to the handles exhibits dryness and cracks. The leather closure strap is missing. Hardware appears to have been cleaned and polished, still it exhibits dents and marks.

Interior is incomplete, it exhibits light marks and stains, studs exhibits some verdigris.