U. S. Scott #C54 - Used - F/VF Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

C54

Stamp Type

Air Mail

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

75 (F/VF)

Year of Issue

1959

Item Description

Analysis of Scott #C54 (U.S. Airmail Lafayette Balloon Stamp, 7 cents)

Design Description:
The front of the stamp features the "JUPITER" hot air balloon in vibrant red, surrounded by blue and red text commemorating the 1859 Lafayette, Indiana balloon flight. The design is bold and patriotic, celebrating innovation.

Back Description:
The back of the stamp shows a hinge remnant, a very minor fault, and no gum, as is typical for a used stamp.

Evaluation Based on PSE Guidelines:
Centering: 79
Assessment: The centering is noticeably off-center, with one or two margins smaller than the others. There is white space between the frameline and perforations on all sides, placing it in the Fine-Very Fine (F-VF) category.

Soundness: Very Minor Fault (Hinge Remnant)
Assessment: The hinge remnant qualifies as a very minor fault under PSE guidelines. A 5-point deduction is applied to the grade.

Perforations: Excellent
Assessment: The perforations are clean, uniform, and fully intact, with no short or pulled perfs.

Eye Appeal: +5 Adjustment
Assessment: The cancellation is light and well-placed, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the stamp rather than obscuring the design. The face of the stamp is fresh and vibrant, warranting a +5-point bonus for eye appeal.

Final Numerical Grade:
Base Grade Calculation:

Centering Grade: 79 (F-VF)
Soundness Deduction: -5 points for the hinge remnant
Adjusted Base Grade: 74 (Fine)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: +5 points for the light cancellation and vibrant face.

Final Grade: 79

This places the stamp in the Fine-Very Fine (F-VF) category, reflecting its strong eye appeal, decent centering, and very minor soundness issue.

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