[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.