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.

We have sought to record the changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
- one has a dark chestnut inclusion on one side of box, and another inclusion on one side of the cover
- the other has a mottled grey and white inclusion on on one side of the box
- both boxes and covers have a few very tiny nicks to edges
- both boxes have "42.6844" written on the undersides
- the stone is of greyish-green tone