U. S. Scott #637 - Used - VG Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

637

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Used

Centering

VG & Below

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1927

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of the Stamp (Scott #637)

Design Description:

Front: The stamp features a portrait of Theodore Roosevelt in blue. The text "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" is at the top, with "ROOSEVELT" beneath the portrait. The denomination "5 CENTS" is displayed at the bottom corners, and the design is framed by a decorative border.

Back: The back of the stamp shows no gum, which is typical for a used stamp. There are no visible faults such as creases, tears, or discoloration.

Soundness:
Condition: The stamp is in good condition, with no noticeable faults like creases, tears, or discoloration.
Grade: Faultless (100)

Centering:
Observation: The stamp is noticeably off-center, with the design approaching the perforations on the left side. The frameline just touches the perforations, but the design is not cut into. The other three sides are less evenly spaced.
Grade: Centering: 50 (Good)

Perforations:
Observation: The perforations are intact but slightly uneven due to the off-centering, particularly on the left side.

Eye Appeal:
Observation: The stamp has a clean appearance, but due to the off-centering, the overall aesthetic is less than optimal. However, the color and impression are strong, with no significant detractors.
Grade: Eye Appeal: No adjustment (+0 points)

Final Numerical Grade:

Taking into account the centering, soundness, and eye appeal:
Base Grade: 50 (Centering: Good)
Soundness Adjustment: No deductions.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +0 points.

Final Numerical Grade: 50 (Very Good)

Summary:
Soundness Grade: 100 (Faultless)
Centering Grade: 50 (Good)
Perforations: Clean but slightly uneven due to centering.
Eye Appeal: No bonus or deduction.
Final Numerical Grade: 50 (Very Good)

This final grade of 50 places the stamp in the Very Good (VG) category, considering its overall condition, centering, and aesthetic quality.

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Seller Information

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Registered Since

03/18/2005

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Store

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Item Location

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Ships To

Worldwide

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