U. S. Scott #710 - Unused - Graded Fine (NA01-0117-02-02)

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

710

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Unused

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1932

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #710 (Unused, Hinged – Single Stamp)
5¢ Dark Blue – George Washington, 1932
(Washington Bicentennial Series – Engraved, Flat Plate Printing, Perf 11, Unwatermarked)

Design Overview:
Scott #710 is a 5¢ dark blue engraved stamp from the 1932 Washington Bicentennial series. It features a frontal portrait of George Washington based on Gilbert Stuart’s Athenaeum portrait, framed by bold rectangular borders and scrollwork. The inscription “UNITED STATES POSTAGE” is at the top, with “WASHINGTON” and the commemorative dates “1732” and “1932” beneath the portrait. The denomination “5 CENTS 5” is printed at the bottom. This issue is printed via flat plate on unwatermarked paper and is perforated 11 on all sides.

The submitted example is unused, previously hinged, and retains full original gum. The stamp exhibits strong printing quality and is visually balanced with only a minor flaw on the reverse.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 78 (Fine/Very Fine)
The centering is strong, with all four margins clearly visible beyond the design. The top margin is the narrowest, followed by the left, while the bottom margin is the most generous, with the right margin slightly wider than the left. The balance is solid overall, with adequate spacing between the perforation holes and the design, consistent with Fine/Very Fine centering under the 2009 PSE grading standards.

Soundness Evaluation:
A minor natural gum bend is visible on the reverse, constituting an extremely minor fault. Per the PSE soundness scale, this single, extremely minor production-related flaw qualifies for the lowest deduction tier.
Soundness Deduction: –5 points

Perforations and Margins:
The stamp is perforated 11 as expected for the issue. The perforations are full, evenly spaced, and free of any tears, fuzziness, or signs of reperforation. Margin spacing meets the threshold for Fine/Very Fine centering, with no sides approaching the design too closely.

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
The color is rich and vibrant, with no toning or smudging. The gum bend is not visible from the front and does not affect the stamp’s presentation. No visual detractions or printing issues are evident, so no adjustment is applied.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 78 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: –5 (Extremely Minor Fault)
Adjusted Base Grade: 73
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0
Final Grade: 73 (Fine – F)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 710
Condition: Unused, Hinged, Original Gum
Centering: 78 (Fine/Very Fine)
Soundness: Extremely Minor Fault (natural gum bend)
Perforations: Perf 11, full and intact
Eye Appeal: No deduction or bonus applied
Final Grade: 73 (Fine – F)

Final Verdict:
This unused, hinged example of Scott #710 is a well-centered and attractive stamp with Fine/Very Fine margins. A single, extremely minor production flaw reduces the final numerical grade, resulting in a final score of 73 (Fine), in accordance with the 2009 PSE Grading Guide.

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