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, including to the copper and niello decoration, a few very tiny losses to the niello, the copper rectangle on one side separating and lifting from the silver body very slightly on the left side, though not split through, also with a very shallow curved bruise on the side with the butterfly, the feet slightly out of shape, though only wobbles very slightly on a flat surface.

4¹⁄₈ in. (10.5 cm.) square, at the base