U. S. Scott #C112 - Used - Graded F/VF

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

C112

Stamp Type

Air Mail

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1984

Item Description

Detailed Evaluation of Scott #C112 (Used Stamp)

Stamp Description:
Design: This U.S. airmail stamp, Scott #C112, celebrates the 1984 Olympics with a depiction of a pole vaulter in mid-action. The design features bold, colorful lines representing motion and energy, along with the Olympic logo and "USA 35c Airmail" displayed prominently in the top left corner.
Denomination: 35 cents.
Category: Commemorative airmail issue.

Analysis:
Front of Stamp:
Centering: Grade 78, Fine/Very Fine. The stamp is off-center, with one or two edges noticeably closer to the perforations. Despite this, there is visible white space between the design and the edges on all sides, ensuring the artwork remains fully intact.

Perforations: The perforations are sharp, intact, and evenly spaced, showing no evidence of irregularities such as pulled or torn edges.

Eye Appeal: The stamp's vibrant design and dynamic imagery make it visually appealing. The cancellation is moderate—visible but not overpowering—allowing the central design of the pole vaulter to remain the focal point.

Back of Stamp:
Condition: The stamp has no gum, as it is used. The back is clean and free from faults such as creases, thins, or tears. It shows no evidence of hinging, confirming that it was never hinged.

Grading:
Soundness: Faultless (100).
The stamp is structurally sound with no visible defects, contributing positively to its overall grade.

Combined Numerical Grade:
Base Grade: Centering 78 + Faultless Soundness = 78.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: The bold colors and moderate cancellation warrant no bonus or deduction for eye appeal.
Final Numerical Grade: 78 (Fine/Very Fine).

Conclusion:
This is a clean and structurally sound example of Scott #C112. Its vibrant colors, sharp perforations, and visually balanced design—despite slight centering issues and a moderate cancellation—make it a collectible stamp for Olympic-themed collections. The final grade of 78 (Fine/Very Fine) reflects its quality and aesthetic value.

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