I always list my items as having normal surface wear which means that there might be fine scratching, some gold or silver loss, or a few discolored rhinestones/faux pearls. If there is significant damage to the item, I will always let you know in depth about any major flaws in the jewelry. I try to provide as many pictures as possible.
I am not a professional jeweler I describe my jewelry to the best of my knowledge, and always list any visible flaws that I can see with the naked eye.