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 its condition acquired after its original manufacture.
The first:
- Gold lacquer repair to neck.
- Cover lacking.
- Collector's labels to base.
- Has associated wood box with cover lacking.

The second:
- Chip to rim and loss of one "node" at shoulder.
- Cover lacking.

The third:
- Good condition overall.
- Collector's label to base and traces of a number in black pigment to base.

The fourth:
- Slight surface wear consistent with age and use.
- Paper labels to base.