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.

Overall with some minor wear and a few tiny scratches, the glass of the inkwells with some minor inclusions, as well as a few scratches, the glass of the magnifying glass with some scratches and residue, with lead solder repairs at the top of the handle, the coral there also with a small crack, the serpent decoration with a small split, the sealing wax case with a rod of orange wax inside, the lead case with lead, the lead case with a small split to the side, the eraser currently fused with the lining of the case and unable to be removed, all parts apparently unmarked, the pencil stamped VS twice near tip, the fitted case with spaces for all objects except for the bookmark, the case in blue leather with cream velvet and silk lining, with some minor wear, scratches, fading, and staining throughout.

Please note the listed gross weight of gold includes the pencil, pen, sealing wax case (without the wax rod), and bookmark.

2³⁄₈ in. (6 cm.) high, 8¹⁄₄ in. (21 cm.) wide, 7¹⁄₂ in. (19 cm.) deep, the case