U. S. Scott #603 - Unused - Fine Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

603

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1924

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Mint Stamp (Scott #603)

Design Description
This stamp features a portrait of President James Monroe, centered within an ornate frame. The text at the top reads "United States Postage", with "10 Cents" at the bottom. The name "Monroe" appears beneath the portrait. The stamp is printed in a rich yellow color, typical for this issue.

Soundness
From the Back Image:
Hinged: The stamp displays a hinge mark on the back. According to PSE guidelines, a hinge mark qualifies as a Very Minor Fault.
Original Gum: The gum is intact, though lightly disturbed due to hinging.
Other Faults: There are no visible thins, creases, tears, or other significant imperfections.
Soundness Category: Very Minor Fault
Deduction: -5 points from the centering grade due to the hinge mark.

Centering
The centering grade is provided as 74 (Fine):
The stamp is noticeably off-center, with the bottom margin significantly narrower than the top. The frameline approaches the perforations but does not touch them, leaving a visible margin of white space.

Perforations
The perforations are intact, uniform, and clean.
There are no signs of pulling, trimming, or irregular alignment.
Perforation Condition: Faultless

Eye Appeal
The front of the stamp exhibits a strong and vibrant yellow color, characteristic of Scott #603. The print impression is sharp, with no fading or discoloration.
The hinge mark on the back does not affect the visual appeal of the stamp's face.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +2 points (for vibrant color and sharp impression).

Final Grade Calculation
Centering Grade: 74 (Fine)
Soundness Adjustment: -5 points (Very Minor Fault: Hinge mark).
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +2 points (for color and impression).
Final Grade: 71 (Fine)

Final Summary
Scott #603: 10 Cent James Monroe.
Condition: Mint, hinged, with original gum.
Centering Grade: 74 (Fine).
Soundness Grade: Very Minor Fault (Hinge mark, -5 points).
Eye Appeal: Excellent color and sharp impression (+2 adjustment).
Final Numerical Grade: 71 (Fine).

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