U. S. Scott #761 - MNH - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

761

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1934

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation: Scott #761

Description of the Design
The stamp depicts a detailed illustration of Crater Lake, highlighting its serene and picturesque scenery. This commemorative design showcases the natural beauty of the location, bordered by fine engraved lines, with "U.S. POSTAGE" and "CRATER LAKE" prominently inscribed. The denomination of 6 cents appears in matching rectangular boxes on either side of the design.

Soundness (Grade: 100)
The stamp has no visible faults such as creases, tears, or thins. The paper appears clean with no gum, as issued.
The back of the stamp is free from defects or any signs of wear, consistent with a mint, never-hinged stamp in excellent condition.

Centering (Grade: 78)
The stamp is noticeably off-center vertically, with the top margin narrower than the bottom margin.
Horizontally, the centering is better, though the design slightly favors the right side.
While the framelines are clear and do not touch the edges, the uneven margins affect the centering grade.

Perforations
This is an imperforate stamp, so no perforation analysis applies. The edges are smooth and cut neatly, typical of imperforate issues.

Eye Appeal (+1)
The front design is crisp, and the colors are rich and vivid.
However, the noticeable off-centering detracts from the overall symmetry and balance, slightly lowering the visual impact.
The back is clean, with no gum as issued, consistent with expectations for this issue.

Final Numerical Grade: 79 (Fine to Very Fine)
The soundness and freshness of the stamp are exemplary, achieving a perfect score.
The centering, while decent, slightly reduces the final grade, aligning it with a "Fine to Very Fine" classification. The stamp's overall aesthetic remains appealing despite the centering issue.

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