U. S. Scott #622 - MNH - Graded Fine (LA01-0029-03-03)

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

622

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

Fine

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1926

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #622 (Unused, Never Hinged – Single Stamp)
13¢ Green – Benjamin Harrison, 1926
(Fourth Bureau Issue – Flat Plate Printing, Perf 11)

Design Overview:
Scott #622 is the 13¢ green stamp featuring Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd President of the United States. Issued in 1926 as part of the Fourth Bureau Issue, the portrait is flanked by large denomination numerals in oval frames and surrounded by detailed scrollwork. The engraving quality and bold linework are characteristic of early 20th-century U.S. definitive issues.

The example submitted is unused, never hinged, and retains its original gum.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
The stamp’s design is clear of the perforations on all four sides. The left and right margins are only slightly uneven, and the top and bottom margins are narrow but retain visible white space. These characteristics align with the Fine/Very Fine centering grade under the 2009 PSE Grading Guide.

Soundness Evaluation:
The stamp has no visible creases, tears, thins, or surface scuffs. The gum is original and bright with no hinge marks or disturbances. A faint slightly darkened area on the reverse indicates very minor toning.
Soundness Classification: Very Minor Fault (slight toning)
Soundness Deduction: –5 points
Adjusted Base Grade: 72 (Fine)

Perforations and Margins:
The perforations are fully intact and uniformly formed, with no short or blunt tips. Corners are well-formed, and margins are clearly visible on all sides, consistent with Fine/Very Fine standards.

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
The stamp has a deep green color with strong impression and fine portrait definition. The toning is confined to the reverse and does not detract from the front appearance.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: –5 (very minor toning on back)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0
Final Grade: 72 (Fine – F)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 622
Condition: Unused, Never Hinged, Original Gum
Centering: 77 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness: Very Minor Fault (slight toning on back)
Perforations: Fully intact and uniform
Eye Appeal: Strong color and detail, toning not visible from the front
Final Grade: 72 (Fine – F)

Final Verdict:
This unused, never hinged example of Scott #622 displays strong color, sharp engraving, and full original gum. While a faint toning spot on the reverse warrants a minor deduction, it does not impact the front appearance. The stamp earns a final numerical grade of 72 (Fine) and remains a collectible representation of the Benjamin Harrison definitive issue.

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