拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

The movement is in working order at the time of cataloguing and 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. The date advances when the hands pass midnight or through the crown. The bezel with surface wear and tiny pinhead dings towards the edges. The band with surface scratches and pinhead dings. The case back with surface wear. The Cartier deployant clasp with surface wear. The blue Cartier CROCODILE leather strap is very worn and very bent.

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.