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:
- with narrow margins on three sides, trimmed below the title but lacking the verses below.
- the paper toned.
- the upper right corner slightly creased, with an associated short tear and tiny paper loss at the upper right sheet edge.
- a similar crease at the upper left corner, with an associated short tear at the upper sheet edge at left.
- a few other minor creases.
- two tiny holes or paper splits near the right sheet edge at centre (near the goat's neck).
- with the usual vertical central fold, mostly visible verso.
- remains of old paper tape and hinges at the lower and upper sheet edges.
- inscribed at the lower right sheet edge in brown in verso: No-27 + St. 69.
Otherwise as described and generally in good condition.