U. S. Scott #583 - MH - Graded Good

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

583

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1924

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation - Scott #583 (Unused, Hinged, Original Gum - Single Stamp)

Design Overview
Scott #583 is a 2-cent George Washington stamp from the 1923 Fourth Bureau Issue. This version was produced with perforations, requiring separation along perforation lines. The design features an engraved left-facing portrait of George Washington, enclosed within an oval frame. The denomination "2 CENTS" is displayed at the bottom, while "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" is inscribed at the top.

This example is unused, has original gum, and has been hinged (H).

Grading Breakdown
Centering Grade: Fine/Very Fine (77)
✔ The stamp is well-centered for a perforated issue, with perforations clear of the design.
✔ One or two margins are slightly narrow, but the design remains well-balanced within the frame.
✔ Meets the criteria for Fine/Very Fine centering.

? Centering Grade Assigned: 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF).

Soundness Evaluation
✔ This stamp has original gum and has been hinged (H).
✔ a Major Fault Is Present: Heavy crease.
✔ No tears or missing portions, but the crease is significant and structurally impacts the stamp.
✔ According to grading standards, Major Fault soundness combined with Fine/Very Fine centering results in a final grade within the Good (30-34) range.

? Soundness Deduction Applied: -45 points for Major Fault (Heavy Crease).
✔ Final Grade Before Eye Appeal Adjustment: 32 (Good - G).

Perforations & Margins
✔ The stamp has full, intact perforations on all sides.
✔ One or two sides have slightly narrower margins, which is acceptable for Fine/Very Fine centering.
✔ No irregular perforation separations or misaligned perfs are visible.

Eye Appeal Evaluation
✔ Color & Impression: The stamp exhibits a strong red color, maintaining sharp contrast and engraving details.
✔ Overall Presentation: The stamp retains acceptable visual appeal, but the heavy crease detracts from its desirability.
✔ No Eye Appeal Bonus Applied: The major crease prevents a positive adjustment.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Grading Component Score
Base Grade (Fine/Very Fine Centering) 77
Soundness Deduction (Major Fault: Heavy Crease) -45
Eye Appeal Bonus 0
Final Numerical Grade 32 (Good - G)

Final Summary
Category Evaluation
Scott Number 583
Condition Unused, Hinged, Original Gum
Centering 77 (Fine/Very Fine - F/VF)
Soundness Major Fault (Heavy Crease - Deduction Applied)
Perforations & Margins Full Perforations, Slightly Narrow Margins
Eye Appeal No Bonus Applied
Final Grade 32 (Good - G)

? Final Verdict
This unused, hinged Scott #583 stamp receives a final grade of 32 (Good - G) due to a major fault (heavy crease), which significantly impacts the stamp's structural integrity. While the stamp has strong color and decent centering, the heavy crease lowers its overall grade.

This stamp is still collectible but primarily suitable as a space filler in a collection.

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