U. S. Scott #482 - Unused - Graded F/VF (LA01-0022-05-02)

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

482

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

XF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1916

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation - Scott #482 (Unused, NH, OG)

Design Overview
Scott #482 is a 2-cent red imperforate stamp from the Washington-Franklin series, issued in 1916. It features an engraved left-facing portrait of George Washington, surrounded by a laurel wreath. The inscription "U.S. POSTAGE" appears at the top, while "2 CENTS" is displayed at the bottom.

This example is unused, never hinged, and has original gum.

Grading Breakdown
Centering Grade: 79 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)
✔ The stamp exhibits Fine/Very Fine centering, where the margins are clearly visible to the unaided eye, but one or two sides are slightly narrower.
✔ The left and top margins appear slightly narrower than the right and bottom margins.
✔ The minimum margin requirement of approximately 0.4mm is met, but the slight asymmetry keeps it within the Fine/Very Fine range.

Soundness Evaluation
✔ The stamp is faultless, meaning it has:
➜ No creases, thins, tears, or stains
➜ No discoloration or significant gum disturbance
➜ Original gum is intact and well-preserved

✔ Adjusted Soundness Grade: Faultless Category
✔ Total Soundness Deduction: 0

✔ Final Grade Before Eye Appeal Adjustment: 79 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)

Perforations & Margins
✔ This is an imperforate stamp, meaning it was issued without perforations and cut from the sheet.
✔ The margins are cut cleanly, but the left and top margins are slightly narrower.

Eye Appeal Evaluation
✔ Color: The red hue is strong and well-preserved, with no fading or discoloration.
✔ Impression: The engraving details remain sharp, particularly in Washington’s portrait and the laurel wreath, indicating a high-quality print.
✔ Paper Freshness: The paper appears clean and bright, with no signs of toning or oxidation.

✔ Eye Appeal Bonus: Given the above-average color, sharp impression, and paper freshness, an eye appeal bonus of +3 points is warranted.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Grading Component Score
Base Grade (Fine/Very Fine Centering) 79
Soundness Deduction (Faultless) 0
Eye Appeal Bonus +3
Final Numerical Grade 82 (Very Fine - VF)

Final Summary
Category Evaluation
Scott Number 482
Condition Unused, NH, OG
Centering 79 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)
Soundness Faultless (No Deductions)
Perforations Imperforate with Four Cut Margins
Eye Appeal +3 Bonus (Above-Average Color & Impression)
Final Grade 82 (Very Fine - VF)

? Final Verdict:
This unused, never hinged Scott #482 stamp receives a Very Fine (82) final grade after applying an eye appeal bonus of +3 due to its above-average color, sharp impression, and paper freshness. It is a highly collectible and visually appealing example of this issue.

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