U. S. Scott #481 - Unused - VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

481

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

80 (VF)

Year of Issue

1916

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #481

Design Description:
Scott #481 is a 1-cent green Washington imperforate stamp from the Washington-Franklin series. It features a profile of George Washington surrounded by a laurel wreath, with "U.S. POSTAGE" inscribed at the top and "1 CENT" at the bottom. This imperforate stamp was issued primarily for private perforation or specialized use, making it a unique item in the series.

Condition Evaluation:
Front of the Stamp:
Centering:
Grade: 82 (Very Fine)
The stamp is slightly off-center on one or two sides, but all four margins are full and well clear of the design edges. The centering is well above average for this issue, with no margins close to the framelines.

Eye Appeal:
Grade: +5 adjustment
The stamp displays vibrant color and a sharp impression, enhancing its overall visual appeal. The slight off-centering does not detract significantly from its aesthetics.

Perforations:
As an imperforate issue, there are no perforations to evaluate. The cut margins are neat, consistent, and uniform.
Back of the Stamp:

Gum Condition:
The original gum is present but shows evidence of hinging. Additionally, there appears to be a slight natural gum disturbance. The hinging qualifies as a very minor fault under soundness guidelines.

Soundness:
The back is free of thins, tears, or stains. The slight hinge mark is minor and does not significantly affect the overall soundness of the stamp.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 82 (Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: -5 (for hinging as a very minor fault)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +5 (for vibrant color and clean impression)
Final Numerical Grade:
82 (Very Fine)

Conclusion:
This unused Scott #481 with original gum and hinged condition is graded Very Fine (82). The combination of strong centering, vibrant color, and clean impression makes it an appealing example of this imperforate issue. While the hinging slightly affects its soundness, the stamp remains a high-quality collectible, ideal for a Washington-Franklin series collection.

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