U. S. Scott #225 - Used - Fine Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

225

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1893

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #225

Design Description
Scott #225 is an 8-cent brown-lilac stamp featuring Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States and Civil War General. This stamp, part of the 1890-1893 series, is known for its detailed engraving and the formal portrait of Grant, framed by intricate scrollwork.

Centering Analysis
Observed Characteristics:
The stamp is quite off-center on one or two sides, with the design edges approaching the perforations. However, there is still visible white space between the frameline and the perforations.
Centering Grade: 71, corresponding to Fine (F).

Soundness Analysis
Observed Faults:
Hinge Remnant: Present on the back, classified as a Very Minor Fault.
No Gum: Not considered a fault for a used stamp.
Other Soundness Issues: No visible tears, thins, or other major faults.
Soundness Grade Deduction: Deduct 5 points for the hinge remnant.
Adjusted Grade After Soundness Deduction: 66 (Fine (F)).

Perforation Condition
The perforations are intact and regular, with no missing or damaged teeth.

Eye Appeal Analysis
Cancel Characteristics:
The cancel is light and well-placed, slightly touching the portrait but not significantly obscuring the design.
Eye Appeal Bonus: Add +5 points for a light cancel that enhances the overall visual appeal.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Starting Grade (Centering + Soundness):

Centering Grade: 71 (Fine (F)).
Deduction for hinge remnant (Very Minor Fault): -5.
Grade After Soundness Deduction: 66 (Fine (F)).

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
Add +5 points for a light and well-placed cancel.
Final Numerical Grade: 71.

Final Grade Classification
Final Grade: 71.
Classification: Fine (F).

Summary
This stamp is graded 71, placing it in the Fine (F) category. Key observations include:
Centering: Off-center with the design edges close to the perforations but maintaining visible white space (Grade: 71, Fine).
Soundness: A hinge remnant is present, resulting in a Very Minor Fault deduction (-5).
Eye Appeal: The light and unobtrusive cancel adds to the visual appeal (+5).

This stamp is a solid collectible example of Scott #225, with intact perforations, a light cancel, and overall moderate centering.

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