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 description:
- spot glued in top and bottom left margin.
- remains of adhesive tape top right corner on the reverse, faintly visible on front of image.
- faint staining across the sheet, due to age.
- soft, unobtrusive creasing in the extreme upper left margin.
- a 2 mm. nick in upper sheet edge.
- with deckle edges on two sides.

The condition of lots sold can vary widely due to factors such as age, previous damage, restoration, repair, and wear and tear. The nature of the lots sold means that they will rarely be in perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.