U. S. Scott #182 - Used - Graded VG

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

182

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

VG & Below

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1879

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #182

Stamp Design
Scott #182 features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin, engraved in blue. The design is framed by ornate scrollwork and text reading "U.S. POSTAGE" and "ONE CENT." This issue is part of the late 19th-century definitive series.

Analysis Using PSE Guidelines
1. Soundness
Front: The stamp shows no evidence of major faults such as tears, creases, or thins. The design remains intact, with no apparent damage to the primary features.
Back: The stamp has been hinged and shows no gum. The back appears clean and free from significant faults or irregularities.

Fault Assessment:
Classification: Faultless.

2. Centering
The centering is off, with the edge of the frameline just touching the perforations on one side, as described. The other three sides are uneven, resulting in a less symmetrical appearance.
The centering grade is 58 (Very Good).
Centering Grade: 58

3. Perforations
The perforations are intact and uniform, with no signs of short, pulled, or clipped perfs. The edges are clean and consistent with the issue's standards.
Perforation Grade: Faultless.

4. Eye Appeal
Cancelation: The cancel is moderately heavy, obscuring part of Franklin's profile. While the design remains recognizable, the cancel detracts from the overall aesthetic.
Color: The blue color is slightly muted, possibly due to age or wear.
Overall Appearance: The heavy cancel and centering issues diminish the stamp's visual appeal.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: No additional deductions; already reflected in the centering grade.

5. Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Base Centering Grade: 58
Soundness Adjustment: 0 points (faultless).
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points (cancelation already reflected in centering).
Final Grade Calculation:
58

Final Grade Category:
Very Good (VG)

Summary
This used Scott #182 is in Very Good (VG) condition with a Final Numerical Grade of 58. The centering is a key detractor, as the frameline touches the perforations on one side, and the other margins are uneven. The stamp is otherwise faultless, with clean perforations and no major structural issues. The moderate cancel further reduces its overall appeal but does not significantly impact the grade.

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