U. S. 582 - Unused - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

582

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1925

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation - Scott #582 (Unused, Hinged, Original Gum - Single Stamp)

Design Overview
Scott #582 is a 1½-cent Warren G. Harding stamp from the 1923 Fourth Bureau Issue. This version was produced with perforations, requiring separation along perforation lines. The design features an engraved left-facing portrait of President Warren G. Harding, enclosed within an oval frame. The denomination "1½ CENTS" is displayed at the bottom, while "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" is inscribed at the top.

This example is unused, has original gum, and has been hinged (H).

Grading Breakdown
Centering Grade: Fine/Very Fine (77)
✔ The stamp is well-centered for a perforated issue, with perforations clear of the design.
✔ One or two margins are slightly narrow, but the design remains well-balanced within the frame.
✔ Meets the criteria for Fine/Very Fine centering.

? Centering Grade Assigned: 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF).

Soundness Evaluation
✔ This stamp has original gum and has been hinged (H).
✔ A hinge remnant is present, but hinging is evaluated separately and does not impact soundness.
✔ No creases, thins, or significant structural issues affecting the stamp.
✔ A visible hinge mark on the back is noted, which does not reduce soundness but impacts desirability.
✔ No other paper inclusions or natural defects affecting the stamp’s integrity.

? Adjusted Soundness Grade: 100 (Faultless).
✔ Final Grade Before Eye Appeal Adjustment: 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF).

Perforations & Margins
✔ The stamp has full, intact perforations on all sides.
✔ One or two sides have slightly narrower margins, which is acceptable for Fine/Very Fine centering.
✔ No irregular perforation separations or misaligned perfs are visible.

Eye Appeal Evaluation
✔ Color & Impression: The stamp exhibits a strong brown color, maintaining sharp contrast and engraving details.
✔ Overall Presentation: The stamp retains acceptable visual appeal, with no toning, fading, or gum disturbances.
✔ No Eye Appeal Bonus Applied: The stamp presents well but does not qualify for an additional bonus.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Grading Component Score
Base Grade (Fine/Very Fine Centering) 77
Soundness Deduction (Faultless) 0
Eye Appeal Bonus 0
Final Numerical Grade 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)

Final Summary
Category Evaluation
Scott Number 582
Condition Unused, Hinged, Original Gum
Centering 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)
Soundness Faultless (No Deductions)
Perforations & Margins Full Perforations, Slightly Narrow Margins
Eye Appeal No Bonus Applied
Final Grade 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)

? Final Verdict
This unused, hinged Scott #582 stamp receives a final grade of 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF) due to solid centering, intact perforations, and faultless condition aside from the hinge mark. While the hinge mark is noted, it does not impact the grading. This stamp remains a desirable collectible from the 1923 Harding issue.

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