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. Shows normal signs of wear, with minor abrasions throughout gold, black solder marks on the brooch. Fitted with a double pinstem clipback.
- Additional marks: French maker's mark partially erased and unidentifiable.
- Pearls: of white to cream bodycolor, partly with rosé and green overtones, nice luster and typical variations to nacre. With some typical blemishes, lot of dents and some lack of nacre and scratches at surface.
- Diamonds: on average J to K color, VS2 to SI2 clarity. Colour has been gauged as far as the mounting permits. With minor chips at the junction of the table's facets and at the girdle.