U. S. Scott #146 - Used - Graded Good

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

146

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1870

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation Report – Scott #146 (Used, Hinged, No Gum)

Design Overview
Scott #146 is a 2-cent Andrew Jackson issue from the 1870-1871 National Bank Note Company printings. It features fine engraving, intricate scrollwork, and a rich brown color. These stamps were printed on hard white paper with a grilled surface.

Grading Breakdown
Centering: Fine/Very Fine (71)
The perforation holes on one or two sides come very close to the design, but white space remains visible.
The margins are narrow but do not intrude into the design.
Soundness: Major Fault (-45)
Several faulty, clipped, pulled, or short perfs qualify this stamp for a Major Fault deduction.

No other major faults (e.g., thins, creases, or tears) are evident.

Pre-Eye Appeal Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 71
Major Fault Deduction: -45
Pre-Eye Appeal Score: 26 (Falls in Fair/Good (25-29) Range)

Perforations & Margins
Faulty perfs on multiple sides.
Some clipped or uneven perforations.
Margins are narrow but provide a clear design separation.

Cancellation Classification
The stamp has a light cancel, which is well-placed and does not obscure the design.
Eye Appeal Bonus: +5 (for light cancellation)

The cancellation is light and does not detract from the design, making it eligible for a +5 bonus.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Pre-Eye Appeal Score: 26
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +5
Final Grade: 31 (Good)

Final Summary
Scott #146 (Used, Hinged, No Gum)
Final Grade: 31 (Good)
Major Fault: Several faulty, clipped, pulled, or short perfs
Light cancel (+5 Eye Appeal Bonus)
Clear but narrow margins
Perforations touch the design on one or two sides
Overall, an affordable collector’s piece with noticeable faults but decent eye appeal.

Seller Information

Seller

jamisonenterprises (1009)

Registered Since

03/18/2005

Feedback

100%

Store

Jamison Stamps & Books

Item Location

California, United States

Ships To

Worldwide

Returns Accepted

No

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