U. S. Scott #E15 - Used - FR/G Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

E15

Stamp Type

Special Delivery

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1927

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #E15

Design Description: This Special Delivery stamp, issued in 1925, features an illustration of a postal messenger arriving at the recipient's doorstep with a motorcycle parked outside. The design emphasizes the urgency and reliability of mail delivery services.

Soundness (Grade: Damaged)
The stamp exhibits two large creases, classifying it under the "Damaged" category according to soundness guidelines.
No additional tears or significant missing paper were observed, but the multiple creases severely affect the structural integrity of the stamp.

Centering (Grade: 79 - Fine/Very Fine)
The stamp is noticeably off-center, with one or two sides closer to the edge than the opposite side.
White space is still visible between the frameline and the perforations, so the centering is above average for this issue.

Perforations:
The perforations appear to be intact with no missing or noticeably pulled perfs.
The edges are generally well defined, and there is no significant damage affecting the perforations.

Eye Appeal (Grade: -5)
The creases are visible on the front of the stamp, detracting from its overall appearance.
The design remains clear and the cancellation is average, neither enhancing nor diminishing the visual appeal.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Base Grade (Centering + Soundness Adjustment): The base grade of 79 (Fine/Very Fine Centering) is adjusted down to reflect the "Damaged" soundness level.
Final Grade: Considering the severe creases, the grade is significantly lowered, placing the stamp in the Fair/Good (20-29) category.
Final Grade: 25 (Fair/Good)

This stamp's overall value is substantially impacted by the damage, and while it retains historical and collectible interest, its condition significantly lowers its desirability for most collectors.

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