U. S. Scott #886 - MNH - VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

886

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

80 (VF)

Year of Issue

1940

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #886 (Augustus Saint-Gaudens, 3¢ Mint NH)

Design Description
Front: This stamp features a portrait of Augustus Saint-Gaudens, a notable sculptor, within a decorative oval frame. The vignette is accompanied by artistic tools symbolic of his craft. The vibrant purple shade enhances the aesthetic
appeal.

Back: The reverse shows the original gum, lightly toned, consistent with a never-hinged stamp.
Analysis Components

Soundness
Condition: No significant faults observed. The gum shows light natural toning, a common occurrence with stamps of this age.
Soundness Grade: Faultless (100).

Centering
The stamp is noticeably off-center with the top margin significantly smaller than the bottom. However, the design remains fully intact with white space around the frameline.
Centering Grade: 78 (Fine-Very Fine).

Perforations
The perforations are clean and intact, free from irregularities or blunt tips. The alignment is standard for the issue.

Eye Appeal
The design is sharp, and the purple color is rich and well-inked. The slight centering issue slightly detracts from overall visual appeal.
Eye Appeal Grade: +2 Bonus for vibrant color and clarity.

Final Numerical Grade
Base Grade (Centering): 78
Soundness Adjustment: No deduction (Faultless gum and structure).
Eye Appeal Bonus: +2
Final Grade: 80 (Very Fine)

Summary
Soundness: 100
Centering: 78
Eye Appeal Bonus: +2
Final Numerical Grade: 80 (Very Fine)
This is a collectible example of Scott #886 with strong visual appeal and solid soundness despite minor centering flaws.

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