U. S. Scott #610 - MNH - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

610

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1923

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #610

Design Description
Scott #610 features a portrait of Warren G. Harding, the 29th President of the United States, in an engraved profile facing left. The design is rendered in black ink with the years "1865" and "1923" flanking the portrait, and "2 CENTS" prominently displayed at the bottom within an oval frame.

Soundness Analysis
Condition: The back of the stamp shows original gum (OG) and is never hinged (NH).
Faults: No visible faults or gum disturbances are present.
Soundness Deduction: None, as the stamp is faultless.
Soundness Grade: 100

Centering Analysis
Grade: 78
Justification: The centering is off, with one or two sides noticeably closer to the edge than their opposite sides. However, there is clear white space between the frameline and the perforations, preserving the integrity of the design.

Perforations
The perforations are clean, consistent, and neatly punched. No evidence of short, pulled, or uneven perforations is observed.

Eye Appeal
Front: The black engraving is sharp and detailed, with no signs of discoloration or fading. The off-center alignment slightly affects visual balance but is still within acceptable limits.
Back: The gum is pristine and intact, with no disturbances or marks.
Adjustment: No adjustment is needed as the overall visual appeal aligns with the centering grade.
Eye Appeal Grade: +0 (Neutral)

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Base Grade (Centering): 78
Soundness Deduction: 0 (Faultless)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +0 (Neutral)
Final Grade: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)

Summary
Centering: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)
Soundness: 100 (Faultless)
Eye Appeal: Neutral (No adjustment)
Final Grade: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)
This evaluation underscores the stamp's pristine condition and excellent soundness, with centering as the only limiting factor for its grade. Its never-hinged status and sharp engraving make it a desirable collectible example of Scott #610.

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03/18/2005

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Item Location

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