U. S. Scott #635 - MNH - Fine Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

635

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1927

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #635 (Mint, Never Hinged, Original Gum)

Design Description
This 3-cent purple stamp features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln, framed by ornate scrollwork. The top reads "UNITED STATES POSTAGE," while "3 CENTS" is prominently displayed at the bottom. The engraving is detailed, typical of the high-quality craftsmanship of this issue.

Evaluation Criteria
Soundness:
The stamp is mint, never hinged, and retains its original gum, unmarred by hinge marks, which is a strong positive.
There are no visible faults such as creases, tears, thins, or perforation irregularities.
Soundness Grade: Faultless (No Deduction).

Centering:
The centering grade is 71. The stamp is noticeably off-center, with narrow margins on one or two sides. The frameline, however, remains clear of the perforations, and there is visible white space on all sides, though some areas are narrow.
Centering Grade: Fine (F, 70-74).

Perforations:
The perforations are clean, uniform, and intact, with no evidence of pulled or missing perfs. This adds to the overall soundness of the stamp.
Perforation Condition: Excellent.

Eye Appeal:
The stamp presents sharp design details, strong color, and a clean, neat appearance.
There are no blemishes or faults visible from the front.
Based on the PSE Eye Appeal Guidelines, these factors merit a +3 point adjustment to the base grade for the stamp's aesthetic appeal.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +3 points.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Base Grade (Centering + Soundness):
Centering: 71 (Fine).
Soundness Deduction: 0 (Faultless).
Combined Base Grade: 71 (Fine).

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
+3 points for neat appearance, sharp details, and strong color.
Final Grade: 74 (Fine).

Summary
Scott Number: 635
Condition: Mint, Never Hinged, Original Gum
Soundness: Faultless (No Deductions)
Centering: 71 (Fine)
Perforations: Clean and Uniform
Eye Appeal: Neat and Clean (+3 Points)
Final Grade: 74 (Fine)
The stamp is a solid collectible example with pristine soundness and excellent presentation, despite centering that limits its grade to the Fine category. The eye appeal bonus reflects its superior visual qualities.

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