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 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.