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.

As can be seen in the illustrations there is old wear to the box, including old chips to the corners and edges revealing the wood beneath. There is surface wear to the gold lacquer of the leaves, flowers and elsewhere and some small dents overall. The hinges are possibly later replacements and have associated chips to the lacquer around them. The nashiji to the interior is generally in good condition and there are some cracks at the joints of the interior to the cover. The base of the box has old wear consistent with age and use.