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 changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
The first:
-There are some nicks to the extremities.
-There is a small section to the dragon's tail which might have been polished/recarved.
-There are some light pitting and surface abrasion, particularly to the lower section of the dragon.
-The stone has some natural vines and fissures.
The second:
-There are some areas of surface abrasion.
-There are some nicks and very shallow chips to the extremities.
-The stone has some snow flakes.
The third:
- One section to the russet inclusion might have been polished.
-There are some nicks to the extremities.
-The stone has some natural fissures and snow flake inclusions.
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