U. S. Scott #184 - Used - VG/F Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

184

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1879

Item Description

Stamp Design Description

Scott #184 is a 3-cent green stamp from the 1879 U.S. Banknote Issue series. It features a left-facing profile of George Washington within an oval frame. The inscription “U.S. POSTAGE” is displayed above the portrait, and “THREE 3 CENTS” appears below. The rich green color is characteristic of this issue and gives it a striking appearance.

Soundness
Back Condition: The back shows a hinge remnant, classifying the stamp under the "Very Minor Faults" category. No gum is present, as expected for a used stamp. There are no tears, thins, or significant creases, but slight discoloration is visible.
Front Condition: The perforations are intact, with no pulled or missing teeth. The stamp is free of creases or tears beyond the hinge remnant on the reverse.
Fault Classification: The hinge remnant and minor discoloration classify the stamp under "Very Minor Faults."

Centering
Assigned Grade: 77 (Fine-Very Fine). The stamp is noticeably off-center, with one or two sides closer to the edge. However, all margins have white space between the frameline and perforations, which is consistent with a Fine-Very Fine centering grade.

Perforations
The perforations are uniform, complete, and undamaged. This positively affects the stamp's condition and overall appeal.

Eye Appeal
The cancellation is moderately heavy, covering portions of Washington’s portrait and some of the lettering. However, the green color remains vibrant and enhances the overall aesthetic.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: -10 points (for the moderately heavy cancellation).

Numerical Grading Calculation
Centering Grade: 77 (Fine-Very Fine)
Soundness Adjustment: -5 points for the hinge remnant (Very Minor Fault).
Eye Appeal Adjustment: -10 points for the heavy cancellation.
Final Grade: 77−5−10=62
Final Grade: 62 (Very Good-Fine, VG-F)

Overall Evaluation
This example of Scott #184 is a solid representation of the 1879 U.S. Banknote Issue. While the hinge remnant and heavy cancellation reduce its grade, the vibrant color, sound perforations, and decent centering make it a collectible piece for those interested in U.S. Banknote series stamps.

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Item Location

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