U. S. Scott #416 - Used - Graded VG

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

416

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1912

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation - Scott #416 (Used, Never Hinged, No Gum)

Design Overview
Scott #416 is a 10-cent yellow stamp from the Washington-Franklin series, issued in 1912. It features an engraved left-facing portrait of Benjamin Franklin within an ornate rectangular frame. The inscription "U.S. POSTAGE" appears at the top, with the denomination "10 CENTS" at the bottom.

This example is used, never hinged, and has no gum, which is standard for postally used stamps.

Grading Breakdown
Centering Grade: 76 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)
✔ The stamp exhibits Fine/Very Fine centering, with perforations easily seen to be clear of the design, though one or two margins are slightly narrow.
✔ The perforations do not touch the design, maintaining at least a 0.4mm margin.
✔ The left and right margins are slightly uneven but adhere to F/VF classification.

Soundness Evaluation
✔ The stamp exhibits a Minor Fault due to:
➜ Hinge mark / hinge remnant
➜ Corner perf crease
➜ Perf tip crease
✔ These faults, when combined, qualify as a Minor Fault Soundness category.

Perforations & Margins
✔ The perforations are intact but slightly irregular, particularly at the bottom.
✔ The margins are balanced, but one side is somewhat narrow.
✔ The perforation holes are evenly punched, consistent with production standards.

Cancellation Classification
✔ The stamp has a moderate to heavy cancel, obscuring part of Franklin’s portrait.
✔ The cancellation affects overall eye appeal but does not completely obscure key design elements.

Eye Appeal Adjustment
✔ Color & Impression: The stamp retains good color and a sharp impression, with no major fading or discoloration.
✔ Cancellation Placement: The cancel is moderate but affects the visibility of Franklin’s face.
✔ Perforation Impact: The creased perfs slightly reduce overall desirability.
✔ No bonus is applied due to the impact of the cancellation and minor perf faults.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Grading Component Score
Base Grade (Fine/Very Fine Centering) 76
Soundness Deduction (Minor Faults - Hinge Mark, Corner Perf Crease, Perf Tip Crease) -20
Eye Appeal Bonus (None) 0
Final Numerical Grade 56 (Very Good - VG)

Final Summary
Category Evaluation
Scott Number 416
Condition Used, Never Hinged, No Gum
Centering 76 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)
Soundness Minor Fault (Hinge Mark, Corner Perf Crease, Perf Tip Crease)
Perforations Intact but slightly irregular at bottom
Cancellation Moderate-heavy, partially obscuring Franklin’s face
Eye Appeal No bonus due to cancellation impact
Final Grade 56 (Very Good - VG)

? Final Verdict:
This used Scott #416 has Fine/Very Fine (76) centering, but minor faults, including a hinge remnant, a corner perf crease, and a perf tip crease, result in a -20 deduction, bringing the final grade to 56 (Very Good - VG).

While the stamp retains solid color and sharp detail, the moderate-heavy cancel and minor perforation creases prevent a higher rating.

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03/18/2005

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Item Location

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