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.

Probably remounted with early and later parts and re-gilded.
Base slightly warped although it does not affect stability.
The three cartouches with some solder repairs now hidden by the regilding.
Chased strap on handle possibly re-applied on a later handle: two pinholes by the figure near the hinge.
Pinhole at junction of the thumbpiece to the hinge. Later metal in holding thr lower terminal to the
Solder repair visible on the underside of the cover possibly when the raised cabochon was fitted.
The glass liner a later replacement with some light scratches to the underside.