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.

Marks clear to rubbed.
The salt celllars all by Rebecca Emes and Edward Barnard I, London; one 1809, two 1810 and one 1812: wear to gilding in places especially in centres and on the rims; some very light scratching.
The mustard pot with gadronned border, by Rebecca Emes and Edward Barnard I, London, 1827, worn engraving; with some pitting and pin dents and small bruise to the footrim.
The pair of mustard pots: D & J. Wellby Limited, London, 1924: glass liners lacking; some light scratching and light wear to gilding.
The large plain mustard pot, London, 1814, maker's mark rubbed; engraving later and clear; blue glass liner with small chips to the inner rim; good gauge.
The small facetted mustard pot by Tiffany, Birmingham, 1972: marks clear; engraving clear; light wear to gilding, especially small patch; cover slightly loose.
The small sifting spoon: marks illegible; some wear; large split in the spoon's openwork (bent).
Four matching mustard spoons, London, 1842, all silver; engraving worn; wear on high points.
One Russian, 19th century, with looping handle: slightly worn.
One silver-plated by Elkington and Company, with engraved initials, worn and with abrasion marks.
One small silver-gilt by Cooper and Sons Limited, Sheffield, 1922, with worn gilding and some abrasion marks.