U. S. Scott #571 - Used [NA01-0091-06-02]

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

571

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1923

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #571 (Used, Hinged – Single Stamp)
$1.00 Violet Brown – Lincoln Memorial, 1922
(Fourth Bureau Issue – Flat Plate Printing, Perf 11, Unwatermarked)

Design Overview:
Scott #571 is a $1 high-value definitive issued in 1922 as part of the Fourth Bureau Issue. The design features a finely engraved view of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., framed with ornate scrollwork. The inscription “UNITED STATES POSTAGE” appears across the top, while “1 DOLLAR 1” anchors the bottom frame. This example is postally used, previously hinged, and has no original gum. The design remains intact and identifiable, though the stamp is compromised by condition faults and a heavy cancellation.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 70 (Fine)
The margins are narrow, with the top and right sides being the most constricted. The left margin is slightly wider, and the bottom margin is the most generous. All margins maintain visible white space clear of the design, meeting the definition of Fine centering under the 2009 PSE Grading Guide.

Soundness Evaluation:
This example shows the following faults:
Minor Fault: Partial gum disturbance
Very Minor Fault: Hinge remnant
Extremely Minor Fault: Pencil writing on reverse

This combination qualifies as a Minor Fault under PSE guidelines.
Soundness Deduction: –30 points

Perforations and Margins:
The stamp is perforated gauge 11, consistent with the issue. The perforations are intact, though lightly stressed along the top. No evidence of reperforation or trimming is present. The margins remain consistent with a Fine centering grade.

Cancellation Evaluation:
The stamp bears a strong, centrally applied circular cancel. The cancellation heavily overlaps the Lincoln Memorial vignette and obscures a significant portion of the design and inscriptions. Under PSE standards, this qualifies as a Very Heavy Cancel.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: –15 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 70 (Fine)
Soundness Deduction: –30 (Minor Fault)
Adjusted Base Grade: 40
Eye Appeal Adjustment: –15
Final Grade: 25 (Fair/Good – FR/G)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 571
Condition: Used, Hinged, No Original Gum
Centering: 70 (Fine)
Soundness: Minor Fault (partial gum, hinge remnant, pencil writing)
Perforations: Perf 11, intact, lightly stressed along top
Cancellation: Very Heavy, centrally applied, obscuring vignette
Eye Appeal: –15 point deduction for cancellation impact
Final Grade: 25 (Fair/Good – FR/G)

Final Verdict:
This example of Scott #571 exhibits margins consistent with Fine centering but is heavily penalized due to a very heavy cancel and minor condition issues. The result is a final grade of 25 (Fair/Good) under the 2009 PSE Grading Guide, leaving it as a lower-tier but collectible representation of the $1 Lincoln Memorial 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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