U. S. Scott #65 - Used - Fair Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

65

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

VG & Below

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1861

Item Description

Analysis of Scott #65 (Used Stamp)

Description of the Design
Scott #65 is a three-cent stamp issued during the U.S. Civil War era, printed in shades of rose. The design features a central vignette of George Washington in profile, surrounded by intricate patterns and the denomination prominently displayed. It is one of the most commonly used stamps of the period.

Evaluation of the Back
Condition: The back shows a handwritten marking ("1862"), discoloration, and evidence of being hinged.

Soundness: A significant stain is visible, qualifying as a Major Fault under soundness guidelines.

Gum: The absence of gum on a used stamp is standard and does not warrant a fault deduction.

Evaluation of the Front
Centering Grade (40):
The perforations cut into the design on one side, resulting in part of the design being lost. This aligns with Good Centering.

Perforations:
The perforations are uneven, consistent with many examples from this issue.

Eye Appeal:
The "PAID" cancel is bold and clear, enhancing the stamp’s value. Instead of a deduction, the cancel warrants a +5 bonus for its added value and aesthetic contribution.

Final Numerical Grade
Centering Grade: 40
Soundness Deduction (Major Fault - Significant Stain): Subtract 30 points for Major Fault soundness (40 - 30 = 10).
Eye Appeal Adjustment: The "PAID" cancel adds +5 points for its value, improving the grade to 15.
Final Grade: 15 (Fair) with a note about the added value due to the cancel.

Summary of Grades:
Centering: 40 - Perforations cut into the design, part of the design lost
Soundness: -30 - Major Fault: Significant stain
Eye Appeal: +5 - "PAID" cancel adds value and enhances appeal
Final Numerical Grade: 15 (Fair) - Adjusted for cancel’s added value

Value Implications
While the stamp’s grade remains 15 (Fair), the "PAID" cancel adds $0.35 to its market value, as noted.

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