THIS STAMP IS IN VERY FINE-EXTRA FINE (VF-XF) , USED CONDITION AND IS GRADED 85 (APPARENT 98). There are 220 major and 99 minor varieties in the series — it encompasses five design variations, two paper types, two watermarked as well as one unwatermarked type, three printing methods, at least 14 varieties of perforations, two overprints, several colors, and, 20 denominations. There are a number of aides that can be used for identifying each stamp (well worth the effort), as some of the stamps have considerable value. Each of our stamps is identified on the back with light erasable pencil. The graded stamps that we offer have been. And graded by the Expert Committee from the firm of Professional Stamp Experts (PSE), formerly from. California, now from Henderson, Nevada. Each stamp is identified and protected on a black approval card, and has an accompanying numbered, dated, signed certificate with embossed seal, and. Showing an enlarged image of the stamp in true color, as well as the grade and description of the stamp. Each stamp is unique by virtue of its centering and perforations, and we guarantee the stamp shown is the stamp delivered. Kindly see the photos – front, back and, certificate – to view this stamp. It is fresh and bright, is beautifully centered , has a neat and light cancellation, and is the flat printing of 1916 on unwatermarked paper, perforated 10. Kindly view the notations on the certificate that reads “Apparent Centering: SUPERB 98″, and, . With a corner crease at the top right. ” The “crease is minor when compared to the premium centering (see the enlarged photos that put this in perspective). Less than half the price for this premium stamp. NOTE: REGISTRATION IS APPLIED FOR MAILING ABROAD. When ordering more than one item kindly request an invoice and we will apply the appropriate discount to the invoice. MORE THAN 50 YEARS SERVING STAMP COLLECTORS. With great variety, good quality, and, attractive prices. May we have the pleasure of serving you. This item is in the category “Stamps\United States\1901-Now: Used”. The seller is “ubystamps” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Topic: WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN SERIES
- Certification: PSE
- Quality: Used
- Grade: VF/XF (Very Fine/Extremely Fine)
- Place of Origin: United States