U. S. Scott #852 - MNH - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

852

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1939

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of the Stamp (Scott #852)

Design Description

Front: The stamp features a detailed illustration of the Tower of the Sun from the Golden Gate International Exposition, depicted in vibrant purple. The text "GOLDEN GATE" is at the top with "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" and "INTERNATIONAL EXPOSITION" flanking the sides. The denomination "3 CENTS" is displayed at the bottom, along with the year "1939" on either side.

Back: The back of the stamp shows original gum, confirming it is mint and never hinged. There are no visible faults like creases, gum bends, or other issues.

Soundness
Condition: The stamp is in excellent condition with no noticeable faults such as creases, tears, thins, or stains.
Grade: Faultless (100)

Centering
Observation: The stamp is noticeably off-center with the design approaching the perforations on one or two sides. However, there is still a clear margin between the design and the perforations.
Grade: Centering: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)

Perforations
Observation: The perforations are clean, uniform, and intact, contributing positively to the stamp's overall presentation.

Eye Appeal
Observation: The stamp has a neat, clean appearance with strong color and a clear impression. Despite the off-centering, the stamp presents well.
Grade: Eye Appeal: No bonus or deduction (0 points)

Final Numerical Grade

Taking into account the centering, soundness, and eye appeal:
Base Grade: 78 (Centering: Fine-Very Fine)
Soundness Adjustment: No deductions.
Eye Appeal Bonus: No adjustment.

Final Numerical Grade: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)

Summary:
Soundness Grade: 100 (Faultless)
Centering Grade: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)
Perforations: Clean and intact
Eye Appeal: No bonus or deduction
Final Numerical Grade: 78 (Fine-Very Fine)

This final grade of 78 reflects the stamp's overall condition, centering, and aesthetic quality, placing it in the Fine-Very Fine (F-VF) category. The soundness is considered faultless as there are no visible faults present on the stamp.

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