U. S. Scott #619 - MNH - Graded Fine

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

619

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1925

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #619 (Unused, Never Hinged, OG – Single Stamp)

Design Overview
Scott #619 is the 5¢ blue "Minute Man" commemorative issued in 1925 as part of the Lexington-Concord Sesquicentennial series. The design features The Minute Man statue, flanked by inscriptions of historical verses, and bordered with bold classical columns. It honors the opening battles of the American Revolutionary War in 1775. The frame is ornate, and the detailed engraving conveys a sense of strength and patriotism.

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

Grading Breakdown
Centering Grade: Fine/Very Fine (79)
✔ This stamp exhibits even margins that are clearly outside the design on all four sides.
✔ Left and bottom margins are slightly narrower but still show consistent white space.
✔ The design feels balanced, and its vertical alignment is near perfect.
? Assigned Centering Grade: 79 (Fine/Very Fine – F/VF)

Soundness Evaluation
✘ The reverse reveals light ink transfer, visible as mirrored blue impressions from adjacent stamps.
✔ The gum is intact, bright, and original.
✔ There are no physical faults such as creases, tears, thins, or gum disturbance.
? Soundness Category: Very Minor Fault – Light Ink Transfer (Back)
? Soundness Deduction: –7 points
? Adjusted Base Grade: 72

Perforations & Margins
✔ Perforations are fully intact, with no short or uneven teeth.
✔ They are reasonably uniform and cleanly punched.
✔ The image is enclosed by white margins on all sides, aligning with Fine/Very Fine expectations.

Eye Appeal Evaluation
Aspect Assessment
Color & Impression Deep blue, sharp detail throughout, clean impressions
Gum Appearance Full original gum; light ink transfer is not visible from front
Overall Appearance Strong presentation; face remains unaffected by back transfer
? Eye Appeal Adjustment: +0
(Ink transfer is hidden on the back and does not detract visually from the face.)

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Grading Component Score
Base Grade (F/VF Centering) 79
Soundness Deduction –7
Eye Appeal Adjustment +0
Final Grade 72

Final Summary
Category Evaluation
Scott Number 619
Condition Unused, Never Hinged, Original Gum
Centering 79 (Fine/Very Fine – F/VF)
Soundness Very Minor Fault – Light Ink Transfer (back)
Perforations Fully intact and uniform
Eye Appeal Bold blue color, detailed engraving
Final Grade 72 (Fine – F)

? Final Verdict
This example of Scott #619 is a strong representation of the Lexington-Concord issue. Its deep color, detailed engraving, and centered design provide excellent eye appeal. The light ink transfer on the reverse is a very minor fault that modestly reduces the final score. The stamp earns a final numerical grade of 72 (Fine) and remains a visually appealing, historically significant piece for any collector.

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