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.
Cover:
-There are minute nicks and minor losses to the lacquer.
-The rim has probably been relacquered.
-There is expected age splitting to the interior of the cover.
-"1961.93" has been inscribed on the interior.

Box:
-The exterior of the collar has probably been relacquered.
-There are a few flakes to the mouth rim.
-There is expected age splitting to the interior.
-There are expected minute nicks and losses to the relief decoration.
-"1961.93" has been inscribed on the interior.