U. S. Scott #637 - Unused - VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

637

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

80 (VF)

Year of Issue

1927

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of U. S. Scott #637

Stamp Description
Scott #637 is the 5-cent blue stamp from the 1927 Theodore Roosevelt series:

Design: The stamp features a detailed portrait of President Theodore Roosevelt within an oval frame. Ornate scrollwork surrounds the frame, with "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" inscribed at the top and "5 CENTS" displayed in bold numerals at the bottom.
Color: Deep blue.
Perforations: Standard perforations, evenly spaced, as is typical for the series.

Analysis
1. Soundness
Condition:
The back image reveals the stamp is unused with original gum and has never been hinged.
There are no visible faults such as tears, thins, or creases.
Soundness Grade: Faultless.

2. Centering
Condition:
The stamp is noticeably off-center, with one or two sides closer to the perforations. However, there is white space visible between the frameline and the perforations, which prevents the design from being cut off.
This centering corresponds to Fine-Very Fine (78) under the PSE Guidelines.
Centering Grade: 78.

3. Perforations
Condition:
The perforations appear intact, evenly spaced, and not clipped or repaired. There are no irregularities or missing perforation teeth.

4. Eye Appeal
Condition:
The stamp exhibits sharp engraving details and a rich, vibrant blue color, which enhances its overall aesthetic appeal.
The off-centering is the only noticeable detractor from an otherwise strong presentation.
Eye Appeal Bonus: +2 points, reflecting the vibrant color and clean appearance.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Centering Grade: 78
Soundness Deduction: None (Faultless).
Eye Appeal Bonus: +2 points (for exceptional color and strong details).
Final Grade: 80

Final Grade Category
Grade: 80
Category: Very Fine (VF)

This analysis recognizes the stamp's sharp details, strong color, and sound condition while accounting for the centering.

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