U.S. Scott #734 - MNH - VG Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

734

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

VG & Below

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1933

Item Description

Stamp Analysis for Scott #734 (Unused, Original Gum, Never Hinged)

Front Design Description
This stamp commemorates Tadeusz Kościuszko, a hero of the American Revolution. The design features a prominent statue of Kościuszko in uniform, holding a sword, with a background that highlights the historical theme. The text "U.S. Postage" is at the top, followed by "Five Cents" and "Kościuszko 1783-1933." The denomination "5¢" is displayed within a circle at the bottom left. The stamp is printed in a vibrant blue.

Back Description
The reverse side shows clean, original gum in excellent condition, confirming its never-hinged status. There are no visible disturbances, bends, or creases, and the gum is evenly applied.

Grading and Evaluation
1. Centering Grade (57)
The centering is in the Very Good range. The design is significantly off-center, with the frameline just touching the perforations on one side. The other three sides are uneven, though no part of the design is cut into by the perforations.

2. Soundness
Faults: The stamp is faultless, with no tears, thins, creases, or other structural issues.
Original Gum: The gum is pristine, intact, and undisturbed, consistent with a never-hinged condition.

3. Perforations
The perforations are sharp, uniform, and complete, with no evidence of short, pulled, or irregular perfs. This contributes positively to the structural quality.

4. Eye Appeal
The blue color is vibrant and enhances the stamp’s visual appeal. However, the off-center alignment slightly detracts from the overall balance of the design.

5. Numerical Grade Calculation
Centering Grade: 57
Soundness Deduction: 0 (Faultless)
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 (Typical for this centering grade)
Final Grade: 57 (Very Good)

Conclusion
This Scott #734 is a Very Good unused stamp with original gum and a never-hinged condition. Despite its significant off-centering, the stamp is free of faults and displays vibrant color and sharp perforations. Its historical significance and clean gum make it a valuable collectible, particularly for those interested in American Revolution-themed stamps.

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