拍品的狀況可能存在極大差異，而由於其性質使然，拍品難以處於完美無瑕的狀態。拍品均以拍賣時的狀況出售。

- Overall condition good. Some small scratches and nicks to the metal throughout, consistent with normal wear. Clasp secure, with safety catch.
- Additional marks: signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, French assay marks for 18 carat gold, maker's mark 'square P & Fils' for Péry & Fils.
- Rubies and sapphires: with typical inclusions, a few surface reaching, some small scratches and nicks to facets throughout.
- Diamonds: total weight approximately 1.20 - 1.40 carats, assessed to be on average H to I colour, VS to SI clarity.
- Please refer to the Conditions of Sale for further information regarding coloured stones.