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. Brooch fitted with a double pinstem clipback.
- Additional marks: unidentifiable and partially erased French maker’s mark.
- Quartz rose: with typical inclusions, scratches and chips at surface. One petal is broken and glued back together (old restoration).
- Rubies: with typical inclusions, chips at the junction of the table's facets and at the girdle.
- Enamel: in good condition, with scratches at surface.
- Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.