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 condition: good. Wear commensurate with age including minor surface abrasions to the pearls and clasp.
-Cultured and natural pearls: of cream bodycolor and some pink overtone (Gübelin, GIA). With typical variation to nacre including some examples with dimpling, pitting and minor surface abrasions.
-Emerald: with some eye-visible inclusions, some fissures, chips and surface abrasions throughout.
-Sapphires: with surface abrasions throughout the facet junctions.
-Diamonds: bright and lively.
-Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding colored stones.