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。

- Overall condition good. Some small scratches to the metal throughout, consistent with normal wear. Some small areas of tarnish and some evidence of solder. Double pin fitting, with single safety catch. With clasp mechanism to secure or detach the stem.
- Additional marks: signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, French assay marks for 18 carat gold.
- Rubies: total weight approximately 4.00 - 5.00 carats, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, some small scratches and nicks to facets throughout.
- Diamonds: total weight approximately 10.00 - 11.00 carats, assessed to be on average H to I colour, VS to SI clarity.
- Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.