U. S. Scott #716 - Unused - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

716

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

80 (VF)

Year of Issue

1932

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #716

Description of the Design
Scott #716 is a 2-cent stamp commemorating the III Olympic Winter Games held in Lake Placid, New York, from February 4-13, 1932. The design features a skier in mid-action, with a mountainous background. The top of the stamp reads "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" and "III OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES," while the bottom includes the event details and the denomination "2 CENTS."

Soundness (with Grade)
Front: The front of the stamp shows some minor discoloration, indicating slight aging. There are no visible creases, tears, or other defects.
Back: The stamp has original gum and is hinged. There are no significant discolorations or other faults visible on the back.
Grade for Soundness: Very Minor Faults (85-89) - Using an average of 87.

Centering (with Grade)
The stamp is off-center on one or two sides, but the framelines are not close to the edge on any side. All four margins are unquestionably full and well clear of the perforations.
Grade for Centering: Very Fine (81)

Perforations
The perforations are well-defined and intact with no signs of pulled or short perfs. The perforations are consistent with what is expected for this issue.
Perforations: Very Fine

Eye Appeal (with Grade)
The stamp has good color and a crisp design, but the minor discoloration affects its overall freshness and sharpness.
Grade for Eye Appeal: Light discoloration, good color (+3 pts)

Final Numerical Grade

Combining the soundness, centering, and eye appeal grades according to the PSE guidelines:
Soundness: Very Minor Faults (87)
Centering: Very Fine (81)
Eye Appeal: +3 pts

Final Grade Calculation:
Centering and Soundness Combined Grade:
Very Fine Centering (81) + Very Minor Fault Soundness (87) = Fine/Very Fine (75-79)

Adding Eye Appeal Bonus:
Base Grade (76) + 3 = 79

Final Numerical Grade: 79

This stamp's final numerical grade is 79, placing it in the Fine/Very Fine (F/VF) range, reflecting its minor discoloration but overall good condition and visual appeal.

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