U. S. Scott #499 - Used - VG Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

499

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

VG & Below

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1917

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #499

Description of the Design
The stamp features a portrait of George Washington, facing left, with the denomination "2 CENTS" below his profile. The design is framed by an ornate border and laurel wreath.

Centering (Grade)
The stamp is very noticeably off-center with the edge of the frameline just touching the perforations on one side, but the perfs do not cut into the design.
Centering Grade: Very Good

Soundness (Grade)
There are no significant faults such as tears or thins, but the stamp has been very lightly hinged, which does not affect soundness.
Soundness Grade: Faultless

Perforations
The perforations are intact, though the top edge shows signs of being somewhat uneven, potentially affecting the overall presentation.

Eye Appeal (Grade)
The cancellation mark is average and does not overly obscure the design.
Eye Appeal Grade: Neat/Clean (No Effect)

Final Numerical Grade
Based on the centering (Very Good) and soundness (Faultless), the combined grade according to the guidelines is:
Very Good Centering + Faultless Soundness = Very Good (50-59)
Since the eye appeal is not negatively affected, there are no additional deductions:
Final Numerical Grade: 55

Summary
Design Description: Portrait of George Washington
Centering Grade: Very Good
Soundness Grade: Faultless
Perforations: Intact but somewhat uneven on top edge
Eye Appeal Grade: Neat/Clean (No Effect)
Final Numerical Grade: 55

Seller Information

Seller

jamisonenterprises (1014)

Registered Since

03/18/2005

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Store

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Item Location

California, United States

Ships To

Worldwide

Returns Accepted

Yes

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