U.S. Scott #R135 - Used - FR/G Condition

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

R135

Stamp Type

Revenues

Condition

Used

Centering

VG & Below

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

65 & Below

Item Description

Detailed Analysis of Scott #R135

Design Description
Scott #R135 is a 2-cent orange revenue stamp from the 1871-1872 series. This stamp features a central portrait of George Washington with ornate scrollwork and inscriptions that indicate its denomination and purpose as a revenue stamp.

Centering Analysis
Observed Characteristics:
The frameline just touches the perforations on one side, but the perforations do not cut into the design. The other three sides are uneven.
Centering Grade: 57, corresponding to Very Good (VG).

Soundness Analysis
Observed Faults:
Fault: A light crease is present on the back. While this fault is relatively minor, it still affects the overall structural integrity.
Hinge Remnant: The stamp has been hinged and retains partial gum, which does not contribute further to deductions.
Soundness Classification: The light crease is categorized as a Fault.
Soundness Adjustment: Very Good centering + Fault soundness = Fair/Good (20-29).

Perforation Condition
The perforations are intact but uneven, with no missing or torn perforation teeth.

Eye Appeal Analysis
Cancel Characteristics:
The cancel is moderately heavy, obscuring parts of the design. This slightly detracts from the visual appeal.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: Deduct 5 points for the heavy cancel and minor visibility of the crease.

Final Numerical Grade Calculation
Starting Grade (Centering + Soundness):

Centering Grade: 57 (Very Good, VG).
Adjusted for Fault Soundness: 27 (Fair/Good, FR/G).

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
Deduction for cancel and crease: -5 points.
Final Numerical Grade: 22.

Final Grade Classification
Final Grade: 22.
Classification: Fair/Good (FR/G).

Summary
This stamp is graded 22, placing it in the Fair/Good (FR/G) category. Key observations include:
Centering: The stamp has Very Good centering (57), with the design clear of the perforations.
Soundness: The light crease is a Fault and reduces the overall structural grade.
Eye Appeal: The moderately heavy cancel and the visible crease contribute to a 5-point deduction in visual appeal.

This Scott #R135 retains historical value but is limited in collector appeal due to the crease and heavy cancel.

Seller Information

Seller

jamisonenterprises (936)

Registered Since

03/18/2005

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Store

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Item Location

California, United States

Ships To

Worldwide

Returns Accepted

No

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