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.

Overall with some minor scuffs and scratches commensurate with age and use, mostly at the interior, a small crease to each side from contact with the knops at the handles, but not through, the handle hinges constructed with a stop at the central hinge-knuckle to prevent the handle from rising above horizontal, one of these stops worn down, allowing the handle to swing higher than intended, a short vertical split (approx. ¹⁄₄ in. long) from the rim, to the left of the handle opposite the marks, a few further tiny splits to the interior side of the applied rim, a little wear to the marks, the underside marked in red '32.28', the engraved arms clear and well-preserved, good condition.