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:
- the full sheet, with a deckle edge below.
- a pinpoint indentation in the lower margin.
- an unobtrusive soft crease (40 mm.) and irregular crease (20 mm.) in the lower margin (mainly visible in a raking light).
- the tip of the left corner with a flattened crease.
- the left and right sheet edges with some minor cockling.
Otherwise as described and in good condition.