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. Shows normal signs of use commensurate with age, including some abrasion marks and a few indentations to the metal. Secure lid.
-Additional marks: 14K.
-Coral: with typical fibrous appearance. A crack on one corner.
-Mother-of-pearl: good condition, with a few abrasion marks and one gap.
-Diamonds: bright and lively.
-Enamel: good condition, with a few losess. Some abrasion marks to the yellow enamel.
-Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.
-Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding the sale of endangered species.