U. S. Scott #611 Imperforate Pair - Unused - F/VF

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

611

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Pair

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1923

Item Description

Detailed Analysis for Scott #611 (Mint Stamp Pair)

Design Description:
Scott #611 is a pair of imperforate Harding Memorial stamps, issued to commemorate the late President Warren G. Harding. The design features a side profile of President Harding enclosed in a circular frame, flanked by intricate ornamental detailing, with the years "1865-1923" inscribed above. The stamp showcases a stark black ink with excellent impression clarity, representative of the era’s engraved printing process.

Centering (Grade = 79):
The stamp pair is noticeably off-center, particularly horizontally. The left margin is narrower compared to the right margin, but there is sufficient white space between the framelines and the edges. Despite the off-centering, the stamp remains well within the acceptable bounds for the Fine-Very Fine (F-VF) grade.

Perforations:
This pair is imperforate, as is consistent with Scott #611. The edges appear neatly trimmed, with no signs of uneven cutting. The lack of perforations makes the pair particularly unique, with clean and crisp separations between the two stamps.

Soundness (Grade = Very Minor Fault):
Upon examining the back, the gum shows clear evidence of hinging, with a visible hinge remnant in the top area. This is not considered a fault under traditional philatelic standards. There are also slight gum disturbances, possibly from handling, but these are minor and do not detract significantly from the overall soundness.

Eye Appeal:
The eye appeal of this stamp pair is excellent. The black ink is bold and sharp, with no signs of fading. The intricate design details are well-preserved, and there is a noticeable lack of smudging or discoloration. However, the horizontal centering detracts slightly from the aesthetic, resulting in a reduction in overall appeal.

Final Numerical Grade:
Centering: 79 (Fine-Very Fine)
Soundness: Very Minor Fault (no deductions for hinge remnant)
Eye Appeal: Clean and neat with bold color (+5 adjustment for excellent impression clarity)
Final Grade: 79 (Fine-Very Fine)

This stamp pair represents a collectible example of Scott #611, particularly with its historical and commemorative significance.

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