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

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

582

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1925

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #582 (Unused)

Design Description
Scott #582 is a 1½-cent brown stamp featuring a left-facing portrait of Warren G. Harding, the 29th President of the United States. The design includes Harding’s name beneath the portrait, with scrollwork and ornamental engraving framing the oval. The denomination “1½ CENTS” is displayed prominently in the bottom corners. This stamp is part of the 1923 definitive series.

Grading Components
1. Soundness Analysis
The back of the stamp reveals a hinge remnant, which qualifies as a very minor fault under PSE guidelines.
There are no significant structural issues such as thins, tears, or creases, and the gum remains largely intact apart from the hinge remnant.
A hinge remnant results in a deduction of 5 points from the soundness grade.
Soundness Grade: 95, adjusted to 90.

2. Centering Analysis
The stamp is noticeably off-center, with the design approaching the perforations on one or two sides. There is visible white space between the frameline and the perforations, though the margins are narrow on one side.
The centering qualifies for the Fine (F) category.
Centering Grade: 72.

3. Perforation Analysis
The perforations are clean, sharp, and intact, with no evidence of irregularities, shortened teeth, or manipulation. The edges are well-defined and consistent.

4. Eye Appeal Analysis
The brown color is fresh and even, enhancing the stamp’s visual appeal.
The face of the stamp is clean and shows no discoloration, fading, or other detracting features. While the centering slightly impacts symmetry, this does not affect the vibrancy of the color.
The overall appearance merits a modest bonus of +2 points for the freshness and quality of the color.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +2.

Final Grade Calculation
Centering Grade: 72
Soundness Adjustment: -5 (hinge remnant, very minor fault)
Eye Appeal Bonus: +2 (fresh and vibrant color)
Final Grade: 72 - 5 + 2 = 69

Final Numerical Grade: 69 (Very Good-Fine, VG-F)

Conclusion
This Scott #582 stamp is a well-preserved unused example with original gum and a hinge remnant (very minor fault). The stamp’s centering is slightly off, with one margin approaching the perforations, but the vibrant brown color and clean overall appearance enhance its appeal. The final grade of 69 (VG-F) reflects its overall condition, making it a collectible example of the 1923 definitive series.

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