拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

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

Exterior exhibits dents and cracks, small perforations to the front and back panels, the wooden slats appear to have been sandblasted. The lozine trim exhibits prominent patina, dents and cracks. The leather to the handles exhibits dryness, creasing and cracks. The leather closure strap is missing. Hardware appears to have been cleaned and polished, still it exhibits scratches and dents.

Interior is incomplete, it exhibits significant humidity stains, wear and marks.