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.
Marks clear to legible.
Some surface scratching consistent with use.
Loss of gilding on the stand (one end only) with abrasion marks caused by cleaning; loss of gilding on the lower part of the body and foot (on the bombe part) and on the cover (around the rim).
Nut of the finial could not be undone; finial's foliate terrace lifting upwards slightly and with abrasion marks underneath.
Very small nicks to the cover bezel.
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