U. S. Scott #C115 - Used - Graded VG

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

C115

Stamp Type

Air Mail

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1985

Item Description

Detailed Evaluation of Scott #C115

1. Design Description:
The stamp commemorates the 1935 Transpacific Airmail, with the China Clipper seaplane as the focal point. It depicts the aircraft and its crew, symbolizing an important milestone in aviation history. The design features bright colors and sharp details, although the cancellation mark partially obscures the design. The text reads “TRANSPACIFIC AIRMAIL 1935” and “USA Airmail 44.”

2. Soundness:
Observation: The back of the stamp shows evidence of a very light hinge, as well as a corner perf crease. These issues fall under the category of Minor Fault as per PSE guidelines.
Evaluation: The soundness grade is downgraded to Minor Fault due to the corner perf crease.

3. Centering:
Observation: The centering grade of 79 indicates the stamp is noticeably off-center, with one side closer to the perforations than its opposite side. However, white space is visible between the frameline and perforations on all sides.
Grade: 79, which falls in the Fine-Very Fine (F-VF) category.

4. Perforations:
Observation: The perforations are intact and clean, with no signs of repair or damage, except for the corner perf crease.
Evaluation: The perforations are generally acceptable, aside from the fault noted.

5. Eye Appeal:
Observation: The cancellation mark is moderate and partially obscures the central design. However, the colors remain vibrant, and the overall design is still visible.
Adjustment: The eye appeal adjustment is 0, as the moderate cancellation and the minor crease do not significantly affect the overall aesthetic.

6. Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Starting Grade (from Centering + Soundness): 55 (Very Good).
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0.
Final Grade: 59 (Very Good).

Summary:
Stamp: Scott #C115 (Used, Very Lightly Hinged, No Gum)
Soundness: Minor Fault (Corner perf crease)
Centering Grade: 79 (F-VF)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0
Final Grade: 59 (Very Good)

This stamp is in Very Good condition, with vibrant colors and intact perforations. The minor faults and moderate cancellation slightly detract from its overall grade but do not significantly impact its collectibility. It remains a solid piece for collectors of used airmail stamps.

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Item Location

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