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 gilded silver, lack of gilding. Fitted with a single pinstem clipback.
- Sapphire: with typical inclusions, a few surface-reaching and chips at the junction of the table's facets and at the girdle.
- Diamonds: carat weight can not be gauged due to the setting. On average H to K color, SI1 to SI3 clarity. Colour has been gauged as far as the mounting permits. With chips at the junction of the table's facets and at the girdle.
- Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.