[Vol I] half-title not present, re-bound with new endpages, some foxing in particular to the title page and occasional spots throughout the text, charts present with some associated acid staining to the adjoining pages and discolouration to the charts themselves, very minor tear to the edge of the folding tab of the second chart, the first chart has a significant oxidised strip to the top edge, good firm copy. [Vol II] No frontispiece or half-title, some minor spotting and staining to the title page, charts present with some minor discolouration and associated acid staining to the adjoining pages, restored tear to page 354 (professionally done), good firm copy. [Vol III] Re-bound with new endpages, no frontispiece or half-title, some minor foxing spots throughout the text, otherwise, nice and clean throughout, the charts discoloured and toned with associated staining to the adjoining pages. Plates all appear to be present.

Boards worn and rubbed with some chipping to the corners (to be expected with a book of this age). Endpages original and displaying some significant foxing to the title page and frontispiece. Some foxing evident throughout (to be expected). Charts present but with significant foxing. The chart of Port Jackson with significant creasing to one corner. Otherwise, good firm copy.

The red text on the dedication page appears to be a very old red pencil inscription, possibly saying Monks(?). There does not appear to have been an attempt to remove this text, it is more than likely just faded.

Feejee chart with significant tear (5cm) to the fold through the centre with two additional radial tears (approximately 1cm each). No loss to image. Could be professionally stabilised and restored (in our opinion). The book has been professionally rebound at some stage with new endpapers affixed, Some mild foxing and staining to the title page and end pages. Remarkably clean throughout the text. Charts foxed and associated acid staining to the adjoining pages. Good firm copy.

Bound without half-title, pale foxing, several folding plates with short split at foot, the split extending 20 mm onto image of the Corrobborree plate,

Two examples with mild foxing, all others in good condition.

All in very good condition with vibrant colour. No faults to comment on.

Professionally rebound. Cover fully in tact with some wear and rubbing to the hinges and corners. Half title present. All pages prior to the title page have been loose at some stage and have been sensitively restored and reaffixed with the inclusion of new end pages. We note that when the book is open on the title page, it is clearly visible in the inner margin where the pages were originally affixed. Frontispiece present. "Kinau Descending the Pele of Nuanu" plate present. "Bonin Island - Boat Passing Through The Breakers" plate present.

In total there are 124 steel-engraved plates and four engraved title pages present throughout the two tomes. Specifically, the book titled "Vol. I" to the spine contains one title page and 62 plates, and the book titled "Vol. II" to the spine contains three title pages and 62 plates.

Both volumes with worn covers, deteriorating on the tops and bottoms of the spine (from use). Corners chipped and general wear from use throughout. Some foxing present in particular to the end pages but mostly clean throughout. We note volume II both front and back boards appear to have some irregular shape to the margins. Firm and fair copies only.

Possible restoration running through the title. Some minor foxing spots visible. Possible insect damage to the linear margins, upper left. Repair to the right margin. Attractively framed. Presents very well.

The paper covers quite grotty and stained. Spine has been held together with modern black cloth tape. Staining to the edges of the pages. Slight toning and discolouration throughout with very little foxing evident due to the shiny paper stock. Fair condition.