U. S. Scott #179 - Used - Fair Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

179

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1875

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #179

Stamp Design
Scott #179 features Zachary Taylor, the 12th President of the United States, in a side profile. The blue engraving is detailed and framed with ornate elements, making it a recognizable and historical issue from the late 19th century.

Analysis Using PSE Guidelines
1. Soundness
Front: The stamp exhibits multiple severe creases and evidence of trimmed, clipped, or short perfs on multiple sides. These faults place the stamp firmly in the Damaged Soundness category under PSE guidelines.
Back: The back confirms the presence of severe creases. The stamp has been hinged and shows no gum, which is typical for used stamps.

Fault Assessment:
Classification: Damaged Soundness.

2. Centering
The centering is off, with one or two sides having narrow margins, though the frameline does not touch the perforations. There is visible white space, albeit very narrow.
The centering grade is 72 (Fine), as provided.
Centering Grade: 72

3. Perforations
The perforations are incomplete, with evidence of trimming, clipping, and short perfs on multiple sides. This is consistent with the Damaged Soundness classification.
Perforation Grade: Deduction accounted for under soundness.

4. Eye Appeal
Cancelation: The cancel is moderately applied but does not obscure critical parts of the design.
Color: The blue color remains somewhat muted, likely due to wear and age. This diminishes the overall visual impact.
Overall Appearance: The severe faults and trimmed perfs significantly detract from the overall appeal.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: No additional deduction; already accounted for in the soundness evaluation.

5. Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Fine Centering + Damaged Soundness:
Based on PSE guidelines, this combination results in a grade within the Fair (10-19) range.
Final Grade Calculation:
Fair (10-19)

Summary
This used Scott #179 is in Fair (FR) condition with a Final Numerical Grade of 15 (midpoint of the range). While the centering is Fine, the severe creases, trimmed and clipped perforations, and other soundness issues place it in the Damaged category. The stamp retains historical and collectible value but is significantly diminished in grade due to its faults.

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