拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

Hematite Necklace:
Overall condition, very good
Shows signs of normal wear
Can be shortened by further twisting the beaded strands
Hematite, well-matched and with nice luster

Cultured Pearl Necklace:
Overall condition, very good
Shows signs of normal wear
Can be shortened by further twisting the pearl strands
Cultured pearls, of varying shapes and colors, including deep purple, blue, green and brown overtones. With typical variations to nacre and minor pitting

The condition of lots sold can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale, without any representation or warranty as to condition by Christie's or by the seller.