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 condition: good. Wear commensurate with age. Fitted with a single pinstem.
-Natural pearls: (GIA) 5 button and 1 drop-shaped, white and cream bodycolor, with orient overtones, with typical variations in nacre.
-The button-shaped pearl farthest to the right is freshwater, the remaining are saltwater.
-Diamonds: 8 old-cut, with approximate total weight of 3.00 - 3.50 carats; 61 smaller old-cut, with approximate total weight of 0.80 - 1.00 carat; 68 rose-cut, with approximate total weight of 0.50 - 0.80 carat; J-L color, SI-I clarity, some chipped. Approximate total diamond weight of brooch: 4.30 - 5.30 carats.