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. Bow brooch fitted with a single pinstem clipback and ruby brooch fitted with a double pinstem clipback. Gross weight of each element: 11.4 grams (bow brooch) and 7.9 grams (ruby brooch).
- Additional marks: DEPOSE (on ruby brooch).
- Ruby: with typical inclusions and very chips at the junction of the table's facets and at the girdle.
- Diamonds: with minor chips at the junction of the table's facets.
- Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.