United States Scott #627 - Used

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

627

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1926

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #627

Description of the Design
Scott #627 commemorates the Sesquicentennial Exposition of 1926, marking the 150th anniversary of American independence. The design features the Liberty Bell with the dates "1776" and "1926" prominently displayed. The words "SESQUICENTENNIAL EXPOSITION" are inscribed at the top, while "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" is found below the Liberty Bell. The denomination "TWO CENTS" is located at the bottom corners.

Centering (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.
Centering Grade: Fine

Soundness (Grade)
The stamp has two small tears and a small piece missing from the top of the stamp, indicating significant damage.
Soundness Grade: Damaged

Perforations
The perforations are intact but uneven, with a noticeable piece missing from the top. The edges are irregular due to the damage.

Eye Appeal (Grade)
The cancel is clear but does not overly obscure the design. The overall appearance of the stamp is heavily impacted by the physical damage, detracting significantly from its eye appeal.
Eye Appeal Grade: Damaged

Final Numerical Grade
Based on the centering (Fine) and soundness (Damaged), the combined grade according to the guidelines is:
Fine Centering + Damaged Soundness = Fair (10-19)

Summary
Design Description: Liberty Bell commemorating the Sesquicentennial Exposition.
Centering Grade: Fine
Soundness Grade: Damaged
Perforations: Intact but uneven with a piece missing.
Eye Appeal Grade: Damaged
Final Numerical Grade: 15
The physical damage significantly impacts the value and collectibility of this stamp despite its otherwise interesting historical significance and design.

Seller Information

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Item Location

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