U. S. Scott #582 - MH - Graded F/VF (LA01-0028-01-02)

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

582

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1925

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #582 (Unused, Hinged – Single Stamp)
1½¢ Brown – Warren G. Harding, 1923
(Fourth Bureau Issue – Flat Plate Printing, Perf 11)

Design Overview:
Scott #582 is a 1½¢ Warren G. Harding stamp issued as part of the 1923 Fourth Bureau Issue. It features an engraved left-facing portrait of President Warren G. Harding enclosed within an oval frame. “UNITED STATES POSTAGE” is inscribed at the top, and the denomination “1½ CENTS” appears at the bottom. This version was produced with perforations on all four sides, requiring separation along the perforation lines.

The example submitted is unused, hinged, and retains its original gum.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
The stamp is well-centered for a perforated issue, with perforations clear of the design on all sides. One or two margins are slightly narrow, but the design remains balanced within the frame. These characteristics meet the criteria for Fine/Very Fine centering according to the 2009 PSE Grading Guide.

Soundness Evaluation:
The stamp has original gum and shows evidence of hinging with a hinge remnant present on the reverse. Hinging is evaluated separately and does not impact soundness. There are no creases, thins, or other structural issues.
Soundness Classification: Faultless
Soundness Deduction: 0 points
Adjusted Base Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine – F/VF)

Perforations and Margins:
The stamp has full, intact perforations on all sides. Margins are slightly narrow on one or two sides, which is acceptable for Fine/Very Fine centering. There are no irregular perforation separations or misaligned perforations.

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
The stamp displays a strong brown color with sharp engraving detail. There is no evidence of toning, fading, or gum disturbance, and overall presentation is solid.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: 0 (Faultless)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0
Final Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine – F/VF)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 582
Condition: Unused, Hinged, Original Gum
Centering: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness: Faultless (no deductions)
Perforations: Fully intact, slightly narrow margins on one or two sides
Eye Appeal: No bonus or deduction applied
Final Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine – F/VF)

Final Verdict:
This unused, hinged example of Scott #582 shows strong Fine/Very Fine centering, intact perforations, and faultless condition aside from the hinge mark on the reverse, which is noted but does not impact the grade. The final numerical grade is 77 (Fine/Very Fine), making it a desirable collectible from the 1923 Harding issue.

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