U. S. Scott #248 - Used [LA01-0011-01-03]

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

248

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1894

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #248 (Used, Hinged – Single Stamp)
2¢ Carmine – George Washington, 1894
(U.S. Regular Issue – First Bureau Issue, Unwatermarked, Soft Paper)

Design Overview:
Scott #248 is part of the 1894 First Bureau Issue printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. This 2¢ carmine stamp features a left-facing engraved profile of George Washington enclosed within an ornate oval frame. The design follows the classical style of earlier definitive issues, with bold typography and fine engraving. It is perforated 12 on all sides, consistent with the series specifications.

The example submitted is used, hinged, and has no original gum. It exhibits Very Fine centering, with all margins full and clear of the perforations.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 81 (Very Fine)
The stamp is slightly off-center on one or two sides but remains well balanced. All four margins are full and well clear of the perforations, meeting the 2009 PSE Grading Guide standard for Very Fine centering.

Soundness Evaluation:
The stamp shows a hinge mark on the back, which is considered a very minor fault on used stamps. No other significant faults, such as thins, creases, or missing perforations, are present.
Soundness Classification: Very Minor Fault
Soundness Deduction: –5 points

Perforations and Margins:
The stamp is perforated 12 on all sides, with perforations that are well formed and intact. Margins are even and provide clear separation from the design on all sides.

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
The stamp bears a moderate black cancellation that partially covers the design but does not obscure key details. The cancel is typical for used examples and does not warrant any eye appeal adjustment.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 81 (Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: –5 (Very Minor Fault – hinging)
Adjusted Base Grade: 76
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0
Final Grade: 76 (Fine/Very Fine – F/VF)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 248
Condition: Used, Hinged, No Original Gum
Centering: 81 (Very Fine)
Soundness: Very Minor Fault (hinge mark)
Perforations: Gauge 12, full and intact
Cancellation: Moderate black cancel, does not impact visual clarity
Eye Appeal: No adjustment applied
Final Grade: 76 (Fine/Very Fine – F/VF)

Final Verdict:
This used, hinged example of Scott #248 shows Very Fine centering with full margins and intact perforations. The hinge mark results in a small deduction, but the moderate cancellation is typical for the issue and does not significantly impact the visual presentation. The final numerical grade is 76 (Fine/Very Fine) under the 2009 PSE Grading Guide.

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