U. S. Scott #331 - Used - G/VG Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

331

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1908

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #331

Soundness:
Front: The stamp shows some minor discoloration.
Back: The back of the stamp has minor discoloration and writing.
Grade: The soundness of the stamp can be graded as having Minor Faults.

Centering:
The stamp is quite off center on the left side, with the edge of the design approaching the perforations. While close, the frameline does not touch the perfs. Some white space is visible, though it may be very narrow.
Grade: Based on the description provided, the centering can be graded as Fine.

Perforations:
The perforations are intact and well-formed.

Eye Appeal:
The stamp exhibits typical eye appeal with minor discoloration and writing on the back.
Adjustment: Deducting 5 points for the minor discoloration and writing.

Final Numerical Grade:
Combining Soundness and Centering: According to PSE standards, Fine Centering + Minor Fault Soundness results in a grade of Good/Very Good (40-49).
Adjusting for Eye Appeal: Deducting 5 points for minor discoloration and writing on the back.
Considering the above factors, the final numerical grade for the stamp is 44.

Design Description:
The design features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin in an ornate frame. The denomination "One Cent" is indicated at the bottom, with "U.S. Postage" inscribed at the top.

Summary:
Soundness Grade: Minor Faults
Centering Grade: Fine
Perforations: Intact and well-formed
Eye Appeal Adjustment: -5 points for minor discoloration and writing on the back
Final Numerical Grade: 44
Design: Features a portrait of Benjamin Franklin with "One Cent" denomination.

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