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.
Pommels : Appear to be in overall good condition, with expected minute nicks to the edges
Han pommel:- Two small shallow old chips and nicks to the upper edge
Song-Ming pommel: - A few tiny bruises to the upper edge, and a fine fissure or crack near one bruise
Chape: A re-stuck section to the bottom edge