U. S. Scott #506 - Used - Graded Fine (NA01-0081-02-03)

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

506

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1917

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #506 (Used – Single Stamp)
6¢ Red-Orange – George Washington, 1917–1919
(Washington-Franklin Issue – Perf 11, Unwatermarked Paper)

Design Overview:
Scott #506 is a 6¢ red-orange Washington-Franklin issue from the 1917–1919 Perf 11 series, printed on unwatermarked paper. The design features an engraved left-facing portrait of George Washington framed by a laurel wreath. “U.S. POSTAGE” is inscribed at the top, and “6 CENTS” appears at the bottom.

The example submitted is used, never hinged, and has no original gum.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
The stamp displays Fine/Very Fine centering, with perforation holes clear of the design on all four sides. The left margin is slightly narrower than the right, but each side maintains the minimum 0.4 mm clearance required for the grade. The top margin is slightly larger than the bottom, though the balance remains within the acceptable range for Fine/Very Fine centering.

Soundness Evaluation:
The stamp has a perf tip crease, which qualifies as a very minor fault. This does not impact the structural integrity of the stamp. The perforations are intact and well-formed, with no evidence of trimming or re-perforation.
Soundness Classification: Very Minor Fault
Soundness Deduction: –5 points
Adjusted Base Grade: 72 (Fine)

Perforations and Margins:
The stamp is perforated 11 as expected for this issue. The perforations are slightly uneven, particularly along the top-right edge, but remain intact. The margins are mostly balanced, with the left margin slightly tighter than the right.

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
The stamp retains strong, rich red-orange color with no fading. It bears a bold “Seattle, Wash.” cancel that is well-placed and clearly legible, covering part of Washington’s face but not detracting from the overall appearance.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: –5 (Very Minor Fault – perf tip crease)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0
Final Grade: 72 (Fine – F)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 506
Condition: Used, Never Hinged, No Original Gum
Centering: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness: Very Minor Fault (perf tip crease)
Perforations: Perf 11, slightly uneven but intact
Eye Appeal: No adjustment – well-placed, bold “Seattle, Wash.” cancel
Final Grade: 72 (Fine – F)

Final Verdict:
This used example of Scott #506 has Fine/Very Fine centering and strong color. A very minor perf tip crease reduces the grade slightly, but the stamp’s bold and well-placed cancellation enhances its visual appeal. Under the 2009 PSE Grading Guide, the final numerical grade is 72 (Fine), making it a solid collectible example of this Washington-Franklin issue.

Seller Information

Seller

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Registered Since

03/18/2005

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Store

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Item Location

California, United States

Ships To

Worldwide

Returns Accepted

No

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