U. S. Scott #718 - MNH - VG Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

718

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

VG & Below

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1932

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #718

Description of the Design:
Scott #718 is a 3-cent stamp commemorating the Xth Olympiad held in Los Angeles, California, in 1932. The design features an athlete in the starting position, ready for a race. The top of the stamp reads "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" and "Xth OLYMPIAD LOS ANGELES 1932," while the bottom displays the denomination "3 CENTS."

Soundness (With Grade):
Front: The front of the stamp appears to be in good condition with no visible creases, tears, or major defects. The color is vibrant, and the design is sharp.
Back: The stamp has original gum and is never hinged. There are two perf tip creases visible on the back.
Grade for Soundness: Minor Faults (70-74) - Using an average of 72.

Centering (With Grade):
The stamp is quite off-center on one or two sides, with the edge of the design approaching the perforations. While close, the frameline does not touch the perfs. Some white space is visible, though it may be very narrow.
Grade for Centering: Fine (72)

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 is fresh with good color, crisp design, and a clear, well-placed appearance, providing sharp contrast.
Grade for Eye Appeal: Light, great color and freshness (+5 pts)

Final Numerical Grade:

Combining the soundness, centering, and eye appeal grades according to the PSE guidelines:
Soundness: Minor Faults (72)
Centering: Fine (72)
Eye Appeal: +5 pts

Final Grade Calculation:
Centering and Soundness Combined Grade: Fine Centering (72) + Minor Fault Soundness (72) = Good/Very Good (40-49)

Adding Eye Appeal Bonus:
Base Grade (47) + 5 = 52

Final Numerical Grade: 52

This stamp's final numerical grade is 52, placing it in the Very Good (VG) range, reflecting its minor faults and overall good condition and visual appeal.

Seller Information

Seller

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Registered Since

03/18/2005

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Store

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Item Location

California, United States

Ships To

Worldwide

Returns Accepted

Yes

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