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. Necklace fitted with a bolt ring clasp, earrings with clip backs for non-pierced ears. Crowned 'MD' monogram engraved on the back of the necklace's pendant. Gross weight of each element: 76.5 grams ('heart' necklace), 28.1 grams ('heart' earrings) and 139.9 grams (torque necklace).
- Additional marks: *1085 VI, 750, LOG (on earrings), 750, *27890MI (on the torque necklace).
- Sapphire: with typical inclusions, a few surface-reaching and chips at the junction of the table's facets and at cabochons' surface.
- Rock crystal: in good condition, minor chips at surface.
- Diamonds: with minor chips at the junction of the table's facets, bright and lively.
- Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.