拍品的状况可能存在极大差异，而由于其性质使然，拍品难以处于完美无瑕的状态。拍品均以拍卖时的状况出售。

There are the inevitable dents, marks, scratches and rubbing consistent with age and use.

Exterior exhibits dents, marks, cracks to the top lid, there are losses to the canvas, visible wear to the canvas covering the hinges, wooden slats appear to have been sandblasted. The lozine trim exhibits prominent patina, dents, marks and cracks. There are illegible initials faded on each side. The leather closure strap is missing. Hardware appears to have been cleaned and polished, still it exhibits dents and scratches.

Interior is incomplete, it exhibits humidity stains and marks. Interior top lid appears to have been restored, the ribbon and rivets are later replacement.