U.S. Scott #182 - Used - VG/F Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

182

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Year of Issue

1879

Item Description

Stamp Design Description
Scott #182 is a 1-cent blue stamp from the 1879 U.S. Banknote Issue series. It features a right-facing profile of Benjamin Franklin, enclosed within an ornate oval frame. The inscription “U.S. POSTAGE” is positioned above the portrait, while “ONE 1 CENT” is displayed at the bottom. The design is intricate, and the blue ink provides a crisp, detailed image typical of this issue.

Soundness
Back Condition: The back is clean, with no gum and no evidence of hinging (never hinged). There are no visible thins, tears, or creases, and the paper appears sound.
Front Condition: The stamp shows no faults such as creases, tears, or pulled perforations.
Fault Classification: The stamp qualifies as Faultless in soundness.

Centering
Assigned Grade: 70 (Fine). The stamp is off-center, with the design approaching the perforations on one or two sides. Narrow white space is visible around the frameline, consistent with Fine centering.

Perforations
The perforations are intact, uniform, and clean, with no irregularities or damages, contributing positively to the overall quality of the stamp.

Eye Appeal
The cancellation is moderately heavy, obscuring part of Franklin’s portrait, but it does not completely obliterate the design. The blue ink remains vibrant and helps retain the visual appeal.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: -5 points (for the moderately heavy cancellation).

Numerical Grading Calculation
Centering Grade: 70 (Fine)
Soundness Deduction: None (faultless condition).
Eye Appeal Deduction: -5 points for the moderately heavy cancellation.
Final Grade: 70−5=65
Final Grade: 65 (Very Good-Fine, VG-F)

Overall Evaluation
This example of Scott #182 is a well-preserved, sound, and collectible stamp from the 1879 U.S. Banknote Issue. While its centering and moderately heavy cancellation lower its grade, its faultless soundness, intact perforations, and vibrant color make it a desirable piece for collectors focusing on historical U.S. stamps.

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03/18/2005

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Item Location

California, United States

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