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.
- all with expected tarnishing to the silver
left to right according to the illustration:
one:
- possible repair to both legs of the hairpin
- minor dents and nicks to edges
- makers mark on both sides
two:
- the legs are slightly bent
- makers mark on one side
three:
- both legs are bent
- minor areas of surface encrustation
- makers marks on one side at the top and bottom on one leg
four:
- the legs are slightly bent
- one leg with possible repair, with associated loss to surface