U. S. Scott #632 - Unused - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

632

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1927

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Mint Stamp (Scott #632)

Design Description
This stamp features a profile portrait of Benjamin Franklin, framed by an ornate oval design. The inscription "United States Postage" is positioned above the portrait, with the denomination "1 Cent" below. The green color is vibrant and characteristic of this issue.

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

Centering
The centering grade is provided as 79 (Fine-Very Fine):
The stamp is slightly off-center, with the top margin narrower than the bottom. However, the framelines remain visible, and there is sufficient white space between the design and the perforations.

Perforations
The perforations are intact, evenly spaced, and clean.
No signs of pulling, trimming, or irregular perforation alignment are evident.
Perforation Condition: Faultless

Eye Appeal
The front of the stamp shows a vibrant green color and sharp print impression, which enhance its aesthetic appeal.
The hinge mark on the back does not affect the appearance of the front.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +1 point (for vibrant color and strong impression).

Final Grade Calculation
Centering Grade: 79 (Fine-Very Fine).
Soundness Adjustment: -5 points (Very Minor Fault: Hinge mark).
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +1 point (for vibrant color and strong impression).
Final Grade: 75 (Fine-Very Fine).

Final Summary
Scott #632: 1 Cent Benjamin Franklin.
Condition: Mint, hinged, with original gum.
Centering Grade: 79 (Fine-Very Fine).
Soundness Grade: Very Minor Fault (Hinge mark, -5 points).
Eye Appeal: Vibrant color and sharp impression (+1 adjustment).
Final Numerical Grade: 75 (Fine-Very Fine).

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