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 to the metal throughout, consistent with normal wear. Some small areas of tarnish and some evidence of solder. Double pin fitting, with single safety catch. With clasp mechanism to secure or detach the stem.
- Additional marks: signed VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, French assay marks for 18 carat gold.
- Rubies: total weight approximately 4.00 - 5.00 carats, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, some small scratches and nicks to facets throughout.
- Diamonds: total weight approximately 10.00 - 11.00 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.