United States Scott #720 - Used - VF

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

720

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

80 (VF)

Year of Issue

1932

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #720

Description of the Design:
Scott #720 is a 3-cent stamp featuring a portrait of George Washington. The design includes ornate frame elements with scrollwork, and "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" inscribed at the top. The bottom displays the denomination "3 CENTS" and the name "WASHINGTON."

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 remains vibrant and the design sharp.
Back: The stamp shows no gum as it is a used stamp.
Grade for Soundness: Faultless (100)

Centering (With Grade):
The stamp is noticeably off-center with one or two sides significantly closer to the edge than the opposite side. However, there is clear white space between the frameline and the perforations.
Grade for Centering: Fine/Very Fine (78)

Perforations:
The perforations are well-defined and intact with no signs of pulled or short perfs. They are consistent with what is expected for this issue.
Perforations: Very Fine

Eye Appeal (With Grade):
General Appearance: The stamp is fresh with good color and a crisp design.
Cancellation: The cancellation is well-placed, not obscuring the main design, and adds to the overall visual appeal of the stamp.
Grade for Eye Appeal: Light, great color and freshness (+3 pts)

Final Numerical Grade:

Combining the soundness, centering, and eye appeal grades according to the PSE guidelines:
Soundness: Faultless (100)
Centering: Fine/Very Fine (78)
Eye Appeal: +3 pts

Final Grade Calculation:
Centering and Soundness Combined Grade: Fine/Very Fine Centering (78) + Faultless Soundness (100) = Fine/Very Fine (75-79)
Adding Eye Appeal Bonus: Base Grade (78) + 3 = 81

Final Numerical Grade: 81

This stamp's final numerical grade is 81, placing it in the Very Fine (VF) range, reflecting its minor off-centering but overall excellent condition and visual appeal, enhanced by a well-placed cancellation.

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Item Location

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Item Weight

0 Lbs 1 oz

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