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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.
In addition to the catalogue, pale time staining, pale foxing in the black, occasional pale foxing in places in the unprinted areas and on the reverse
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