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。

The movement is in working order at the time of cataloguing. The movement number is 928’064 and there are some light scratches to the main plate. The dial has some aging to the edges, most noticeable between 9 and 11. There are some service marks to the subsidiary dial. The case number is 509’526. The case has light surface scratches throughout and shows signs of polishing, but the hallmark is still visible to the lug at 11. The unsigned brown lizard strap is in good condition. The Patek Philippe 18k pink gold buckle has light surface scratches throughout.

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.