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 snuff box: Good condition overall. Rubbing and general wear to silver throughout, probably as the result of extensive cleaning. There is a small dent to the left from the center on the cover of the box.
3/4 in. (2 cm.) high, 35⁄8 in. (9.2 cm.) long, 21⁄2 in. (6.3 cm.) deep
The salt throne: Good condition overall. The back of the throne slightly bent. Rubbing to gilding throughout.
23⁄4 in. (7 cm.) high, 21⁄4 in. (5.7 cm.) wide, 17⁄8 in. (4.7 cm.) deep
The triptych icon: Good condition overall. General surface wear consistent with age.
27⁄8 in. (7.3 cm.) high, excluding suspension rings, 23⁄8 in. (6 cm.) wide, closed, 1 in. (2.5 cm.) deep, closed, 65⁄8 in. (16.8 cm.) long, open
The small silver icon: Good condition overall. General surface wear and minor bruising to silver, consistent with age. 2 in. (5.1 cm.) high, excluding suspension ring, 13⁄4 in. (4.4 cm.) wide, 3/4 in. (2 cm.) deep
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