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.

In overall good 'country house' condition.
There are the inevitable minor dents, marks, scratches and shrinkage cracks due to age and use.
As stated in the cataloguing there is a later wooden insert.
Minor shrinkage in the vertical joints of the cooler, the upper brass band is slightly loose to one side and subsequently minutely out of place.
The lead lining with some marks, dirt and minor warping, consistent with age and use.
The fluted frieze with knocks and dents, there is a build-up of dirt in the flutes and there are minor repairs to edge mouldings.
Some minor differences in patina to the fluted frieze.
The fluted frieze to one end with minor evidence of historic woodworm, now inactive.
Some spliced repairs to underside edge of the frieze.
The brass caps and castors with wear and tarnish.
Structurally secure.