U. S. Scott #384 - Unused - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

384

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1911

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #384

Design Description:
Scott #384 is a 2-cent red Washington imperforate stamp from the Washington-Franklin series. It features a side profile of George Washington encircled by a laurel wreath, with "U.S. POSTAGE" at the top and "TWO CENTS" boldly displayed at the bottom. This imperforate issue was intended for private perforation use or specific purposes, making it a notable item in the series.

Condition Evaluation:
Front of the Stamp:
Centering:
Grade: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)
The stamp is slightly off-center on one or two sides, but the design is well within all four margins, which are full and clear. The centering is typical for this issue and does not significantly detract from the overall appeal.

Eye Appeal:
Grade: +5 adjustment
The stamp presents strong color and a sharp, clean impression. Its visual appeal is excellent, with no major flaws or distractions.

Perforations:
As an imperforate issue, there are no perforations to evaluate. The cut margins are neat, even, and consistent, contributing to the stamp's aesthetic quality.

Back of the Stamp:
Gum Condition:
The original gum is present but shows evidence of hinging. There is a minor gum disturbance consistent with a hinge remnant, which is classified as a very minor fault under soundness guidelines.

Soundness:
The back is free of thins, tears, or other major faults. The hinging results in a small deduction for soundness.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 78
Soundness Deduction: -5 (for hinging as a very minor fault)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +5 (for strong color and sharp impression)
Final Numerical Grade:
78 (Fine-Very Fine)

Conclusion:
This unused Scott #384 with original gum and a hinged condition is graded Fine-Very Fine (78). Its strong color, clean impression, and well-cut margins make it a visually appealing example of this imperforate issue. Despite the minor hinging fault, it is a solid collectible that would fit well in a Washington-Franklin series collection.

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