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.
‌- both badges are in overall good condition
- both with some losses to the threads on the metallic shou characters on the border
‌Qilin badges:
‌- both have slight fading to the ground and very minor losses to the metallic threads on the borders
‌- the front badge, currently separated into two parts, with lifting to the threads on the metallic border
‌‌Panther badges:
‌- both with some minor losses to the threads on the clouds
‌- the front badge with some light staining and losses to the threads along the seam