U. S. Scott #429 - Used [LA01-0020-02-02]

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

429

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1914

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #429 (Used, Hinged – Single Stamp)
6¢ Red Orange – George Washington, 1914
(Washington-Franklin Series – Rotary Press Printing, Perf 10 Horizontally, Vertically Imperforate, Double-Line Watermark)

Design Overview:
Scott #429 is a 6¢ red orange stamp from the Washington-Franklin series, issued in 1914. It features a left-facing portrait of George Washington framed in an oval laurel wreath, with “U.S. POSTAGE” printed across the top and the denomination “6 CENTS” inscribed at the bottom. This version was rotary press printed and is distinguished by its horizontal perforation gauge of 10, imperforate vertically, and printed on paper with a double-line watermark.

This example is used, has no original gum, and shows evidence of prior hinging. It has strong color and impression, but minor faults and a bold cancel impact its grade.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 78 (Fine/Very Fine)
The stamp is well-centered top to bottom, with solid margins on those sides. The left and right margins are narrower, though the design remains clear of the perforation holes on all sides. These characteristics match the criteria for Fine/Very Fine centering.

Soundness Evaluation:
This stamp exhibits the following faults:
Very Minor Fault: Corner perf crease (two, on the right side)
Very Minor Fault: Hinge remnant
Very Minor Fault: Ink writing on back
The combination of three very minor faults qualifies the stamp for a Minor Fault designation.
Soundness Deduction: –20 points

Perforations and Margins:
Perforated 10 horizontally with vertical imperforate edges, consistent with the format of this issue. Perforations appear authentic and unaltered. The corners show two small creases at the right edge, but overall perforation integrity is maintained.

Cancellation Classification: Heavy Cancel
A bold, vertical black cancel dominates the lower-left quadrant of the stamp and crosses into Washington’s profile. The bars obscure key features of the portrait and denomination. This qualifies as a Heavy Cancel, reducing eye appeal.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: –10 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 78 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: –20 (Minor Faults)
Adjusted Base Grade: 58
Eye Appeal Adjustment: –10 (Heavy Cancel)
Final Grade: 48 (Good/Very Good – G/VG)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 429
Condition: Used, Hinged, No Gum
Centering: 78 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness: Minor Faults (2 corner perf creases, hinge remnant, ink writing on back)
Perforations: Perf 10 horiz., imperf vertical edges; intact and authentic
Cancellation: Heavy vertical cancel obscuring portrait
Eye Appeal: –10 deduction
Final Grade: 48 (Good/Very Good – G/VG)

Final Verdict:
This used, hinged example of Scott #429 displays strong color and Fine/Very Fine centering, but is pulled down in grade by three very minor faults and a bold cancel. These elements result in a final PSE numerical grade of 48 (Good/Very Good) under the 2009 Grading Guide.

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Item Location

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