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.

We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture.
The cup:
- There are some hairline cracks running to the sides which are associated with natural flaws and fissures of the stone and might be touched-up and polished.
- The stone has some natural snow flakes and inclusions.
- There are some nicks to the extremities.

The washer:
- There are three short hairline cracks running from the mouth rim
- The rim of the leaf-shaped foot has been polished, possibly to conceal rim chips.
- There are some shallow-chips and nicks to the extremities.
- The stone has a few snow flakes and black sprinkles.