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U. S. Scott #183 - Used - VG Condition
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jamisonenterprises (425)
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Detailed Analysis of Scott #183 Stamp Design Scott #183 features a profile portrait of Andrew Jackson engraved in orange-red. The design is framed with intricate scrollwork and text reading "U.S. POSTAGE" and "TWO ... Read More
Item Specifics
- Country
- United States
- Catalog Number
- 183
- Stamp Type
- General Issue
- Condition
- Used
- Centering
- VG & Below
- Stamp Format
- Single
- Certificate Grade
- 65 & Below
- Year of Issue
- 1879
Item Description
Detailed Analysis of Scott #183Stamp Design
Scott #183 features a profile portrait of Andrew Jackson engraved in orange-red. The design is framed with intricate scrollwork and text reading "U.S. POSTAGE" and "TWO CENTS," representative of the definitive issues of the late 19th century.
Analysis Using PSE Guidelines
1. Soundness
Front: The stamp shows no evidence of major faults such as tears, thins, or creases. The design is intact and undamaged.
Back: The back is clean with a visible hinge mark. The absence of gum is typical for a used stamp and not considered a fault. There are no other irregularities visible.
Fault Assessment:
Classification: Faultless.
2. Centering
The centering is significantly off, with the edge of the frameline just touching the perforations on one side. The other three margins are uneven, further detracting from its alignment.
The centering grade is 50 (Good-Very Good).
Centering Grade: 50
3. Perforations
The perforations are intact and uniform, with no evidence of short, pulled, or clipped perfs. The edges appear clean and consistent with the issue’s standards.
Perforation Grade: Faultless.
4. Eye Appeal
Cancelation: The cancel is heavy but neatly placed, obscuring part of Jackson’s profile while leaving the design identifiable.
Color: The orange-red color is bright and vibrant, adding to the overall appeal.
Overall Appearance: Despite the centering and heavy cancel, the vibrant color and clean perforations contribute to a decent visual impression.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: No additional deductions beyond what is reflected in centering and cancel impact.
5. Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Base Centering Grade: 50
Soundness Adjustment: 0 points (faultless).
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points (cancel impact already reflected in centering).
Final Grade Calculation:
50
Final Grade Category:
Good-Very Good (VG)
Summary
This used Scott #183 is in Very Good (VG) condition with a Final Numerical Grade of 50. The centering is the primary detractor, with the frameline touching the perforations on one side and uneven margins elsewhere. However, the stamp is faultless and has vibrant color, making it a solid example despite the centering and cancelation impact.
Seller Information
- Seller
- jamisonenterprises (425)
- Registered Since
- 03/18/2005
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- Store
- Jamison Stamps & Books
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- Item Location
- California, United States
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- Worldwide
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