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.
The silver beaker: marks clear; some pin dents and light bruising, nicks to the rim; goblet not completely circular.
The snuff-box: marks clear; some pin dents and abrasion marks to underside.
Light scuff marks to maple box.
As stated in the catalogue, the nails of the clock are missing and with some crackling to the lacquered surface.
The cigarette case with some abrasion marks and matting of the plexiglass; some tarnish marks.
The snuff-box: marks partly legible: maker's mark. Engraving slightly worn. Some light bruising; small dent at front corner; loss of gilding.
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