U. S. Scott #C47 - Used - Fine Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

C47

Stamp Type

Air Mail

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

70 (Fine)

Year of Issue

1953

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #C47 Used Stamp

1. Description of the Design
Scott #C47 is a 6¢ Air Mail stamp issued for the 50th Anniversary of Powered Flight (1903-1953). The design features a circular motif with the Wright Flyer, a modern airplane, and the words "PROGRESS" and "SECURITY". The denomination "6¢" appears on the right, and "UNITED STATES POSTAGE" is prominently displayed at the bottom.

The stamp shows a light cancellation, which does not obscure the design. The reverse side reveals no gum and a hinge remnant.

2. Evaluation Based on PSE Guidelines
Centering
Grade Assigned: 79 (Fine-Very Fine)
The stamp is noticeably off-center, with the left margin narrower than the right. All sides retain white space between the frameline and perforations, qualifying it for a Fine-Very Fine centering grade.

Soundness
Condition: Very Minor Fault (Hinge Remnant)
The hinge remnant is categorized as a very minor fault, with no additional issues:
No tears, thins, or creases.
The perforations are intact but slightly irregular on one side.

Perforations
The perforations are clean and sharp, showing no signs of damage or irregularity.

Eye Appeal
Adjustment: 0 Points
The cancellation is light and does not significantly obscure the design. The bright red color and crisp printing retain good visual appeal, resulting in no adjustment for eye appeal.

3. Final Numerical Grade
Grading Correlation: Fine-Very Fine Centering + Very Minor Fault Soundness = Fine (70-74)
Final Grade: 72

4. Overall Grade and Description
Grade: 72 (Fine)
This stamp earns a Fine grade due to its strong soundness and visual appeal. The hinge remnant and slightly off-center alignment slightly detract from the overall grade, but the light cancellation and intact design make it a desirable collectible example of Scott #C47.

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