U. S. Scott #703 - Unused - VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

703

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

80 (VF)

Year of Issue

1931

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #703

Description of the Design
Scott #703 commemorates the 150th Anniversary of the Siege of Yorktown, which marked the decisive victory in the American Revolution. The design features portraits of three key figures: Rochambeau, Washington, and De Grasse, framed within ovals against a red background. The text "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" and "YORKTOWN 1781-1931" are prominently displayed at the top, with the denomination "2 CENTS" at the bottom. This stamp highlights the collaborative effort of American and French forces in securing independence.

Evaluation
1. Soundness
Front: The stamp is faultless, with no visible tears, creases, or discolorations. The design is sharp, clean, and well-preserved.
Back: The original gum is intact but shows evidence of hinging. Since Scott #703 is numbered 771 or below, hinging is evaluated separately and does not affect the soundness grade.
Grade: Faultless.

2. Hinging
Description: The stamp has a light hinge mark visible on the back. Hinging is evaluated separately for Scott #703, and no deduction is applied to the final grade.

3. Centering
Description: The centering is slightly off, particularly toward the bottom margin. However, all four margins are full, and the framelines are well clear of the perforations.
Grade: 83 (Very Fine).

4. Perforations
Description: The perforations are clean, even, and intact, with no signs of pulled or blind perfs. The edges are sharp and uniform.
Grade: No deduction for perforations.

5. Eye Appeal
Description: The stamp exhibits a striking appearance with sharp black-and-red color contrast and detailed engraving. The centering and balanced margins enhance its visual presentation.
Adjustment: No adjustment applied, as centering is evaluated separately.

6. Final Numerical Grade
To Determine the Final Grade:
Centering Grade: 83
Hinging Deduction: None (evaluated separately, no impact).
Soundness Deduction: None.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: None.
Perforation Deduction: None.
Final Grade: 83 (Very Fine).

Summary
Scott #703 is a faultless, unused stamp with original gum and evidence of hinging, which does not impact the final grade. The centering is slightly off but remains within the Very Fine range, with all margins full and framelines clear of the perforations. The sharp contrast between the black and red colors and the detailed engraving enhances its overall appeal. Based on the PSE grading standards, the final grade is 83 (Very Fine).

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