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Post by decentguy on Nov 21, 2022 7:47:12 GMT
I am not going to call it or give it any specific perforation as I know that could cause many differences in opinions which could also lead to many arguments ... definitely not in the mood for that so I decided to leave that out of my question... I have always been curious on that style of perforation and the way it looks (pics shown below) ... a bit unusual or weird and not so common! maybe I am wrong.... pls advice!   |
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Post by gstamps on Nov 21, 2022 8:16:49 GMT
I don't collect US stamps and I am also curiously waiting for the comments.
Is the paper soft porous type?
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Post by decentguy on Nov 21, 2022 9:21:38 GMT
I don't collect US stamps and I am also curiously waiting for the comments. Is the paper soft porous type? I think so, the many many fiber threads sticking out of almost all the teeth tips are a telltale sign of soft porous paper. I am sure you have noticed the damage on the back of the stamp which almost made it through all the way to the front.... but I guess that is irrelevant to what we are curious about  |
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banknoteguy
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What I collect: 19th Century US, High denomination US (> $1), 19th century covers US, Indian Feudatory States and most recently I acquired a BigBlue [with about 5,000 stamps] and pristine pages.
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Post by banknoteguy on Nov 21, 2022 12:53:38 GMT
The Series of 1922, also known as the Fourth Bureau Issue, consisted of sheet, coil, and booklet stamps. This series like the Washington/Franklin series of definitives that preceded it were printed on flat plate and rotary presses and had several different perforation sizes.
This looks to have different perforation spec for the vertical and horizontal sides. I don't believe they are unusual other than that they have been abraded (worn down) somehow.
My guess is this is Scott 632 perf 11x10.5, a common stamp.
To better assess this, please rescan the stamp at 600dpi and repost.
Or you can report the perf size.
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Post by mdroth on Nov 21, 2022 15:15:52 GMT
Since you seem very curious about perfs in general, a few cents worth to consider:
These are tiny pieces of paper, that are more than 100 yrs old. They get damaged, played with, experimented on, and few survive in their original condition.
There are numerous types of perforations. Standard perfs, in numerous sizes, as well as Shermack, Mail-o-Meter, and others. Also many imperforate stamps, as well as many coil stamps, perforated either horizontally or vertically in varying sizes. Booklet stamps.
Takes alot of reading/homework to be familiar with all of it. I'd highly suggest a catalog (Scott) and you'll see how many variations were made of this particular stamp.
This current stamp you're showing is beat-up & damaged. Hard to say what it is - could be anything from just abuse/wear & tear to someone playing around & trying to 're-perf' an existing stamp. I would agree with prior post that it is a 632 that has just been through the ringer...
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Post by decentguy on Nov 22, 2022 3:49:09 GMT
The Series of 1922, also known as the Fourth Bureau Issue, consisted of sheet, coil, and booklet stamps. This series like the Washington/Franklin series of definitives that preceded it were printed on flat plate and rotary presses and had several different perforation sizes. This looks to have different perforation spec for the vertical and horizontal sides. I don't believe they are unusual other than that they have been abraded (worn down) somehow. My guess is this is Scott 632 perf 11x10.5, a common stamp. To better assess this, please rescan the stamp at 600dpi and repost. Or you can report the perf size. I like your style for some reason ! .... well glad you asked   |
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Post by khj on Nov 22, 2022 4:22:33 GMT
I don't collect US stamps and I am also curiously waiting for the comments. Is the paper soft porous type? I think so, the many many fiber threads sticking out of almost all the teeth tips are a telltale sign of soft porous paper. Just to clarify, when the choices are restricted to soft porous paper and hard wove paper, lots of fibers/threads sticking out of almost all the tips are a telltale sign of soft porous paper. In general, the presence of lots of fibers/threads, does not restrict it to only soft porous paper. |
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Post by decentguy on Nov 22, 2022 4:37:30 GMT
I think so, the many many fiber threads sticking out of almost all the teeth tips are a telltale sign of soft porous paper. Just to clarify, when the choices are restricted to soft porous paper and hard wove paper, lots of fibers/threads sticking out of almost all the tips are a telltale sign of soft porous paper. In general, the presence of lots of fibers/threads, does not restrict it to only soft porous paper. Did you know those words I learnt from you they are your exact words ... BUT I get the point you are making and Thanks! |
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Post by decentguy on Nov 22, 2022 4:39:49 GMT
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