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 wear consistent with age and use, some hairline cracks to the underside, possibly with a restored crack to the right side of the cover over the cartouche of the bow and quiver of arrows, the underside faintly stamped C. 243, the thumbpiece slightly loose and latch does not hold cover closed, as noted the vinaigrette likely a later replacement, the steel on the scissors, pen knife, and compass with some areas of rust, the needles with some minor bends, lacking pencil tip for the pencil holder, also lacking writing tablet, some of the implements tight in their slots.
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