U.S. Scott #E16 - Used - VG Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

E16

Stamp Type

Special Delivery

Condition

Used

Centering

F/VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Year of Issue

1931

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #E16

Design Description
The stamp, Scott #E16, features the 15-cent orange "Special Delivery" design, depicting a post office scene with a mail carrier standing next to a motorcycle in front of a building. The image is framed with ornate detailing and the text "Special Delivery" and "United States Postage" prominently displayed.

Centering
Grade: 79
Description: The stamp is noticeably off center, with one or two sides significantly closer to the edge than the opposite side. However, there is white space between the frameline and the perforations on all sides, keeping the design intact.

Perforations
The perforations appear to be intact and evenly distributed, with no evidence of trimmed or damaged teeth.

Soundness
Condition: The stamp has a hinge remnant on the back but shows no significant creases, tears, or other severe damage.
Grade: Minor Fault
Description: The hinge remnant classifies as a minor fault, affecting the overall soundness.

Eye Appeal
Cancel: The cancel is average, not obscuring significant design elements but present enough to impact the overall visual appeal.
Description: The color remains vibrant, and the design details are well-preserved. The overall eye appeal is standard for a used stamp with no gum.

Final Numerical Grade
Base Centering Grade: 79
Adjustment for Soundness: Deduction for the hinge remnant results in a reduction, placing the stamp in the Very Good category.
Final Grade: 59 (Very Good)

The stamp is a solid example of Scott #E16, with minor faults typical of a used, hinged stamp. It has good overall eye appeal and centering that enhances its collectibility.

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Item Location

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