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.

Presenting well overall, with the typical light surface scratches and scuffs throughout, commensurate with age and handling.

The cover: the tail previously off and in pieces, restuck and with associated restoration; two shallow restuck chips to the lower edge, along the fish's belly.

The body: the front half previously cracked through, just in front of the dorsal fin and reattached, with an associated loss to the front fin; the rear fin reattached; a few faint craze lines to the glaze at the interior.