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.

The case has light scratches throughout and some nicks. The case has developed a light patina. The case appears to have been polished. The crown shows signs of wear. The hinge for the cover of the dial is loose. The hinge for the dust cover is loose as well. The inside of the case back has scratches and watchmaker's marks. There is a hidden erotic scene inside the case back. This is opened thorough a small button. The embracing couple operate, but a service would help. The slide for the repeating mechanism has a small dent. The inside of the cover of the dial has scratches throughout. The enamel dial has several visible cracks emanating from the edge of the dial and going to the center. The dial has some yellowing around the edge and some around the edge of the subsidiary dial. The base hands appear to have developed patina. The quarter-repeating function is working at the time of cataloguing. The sound is fairly clear, the slide is a bit sticky. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.