Would Like Opinions About US #7 And #9 Listed At My Store.

I bought this as a #7 and it is listed as such.



Also bought my #9, as listed.



Would appreciate verification or ... ouch!

Both look like #9 to me, but a higher resolution scan of both, at least 800 DPI, would be helpful. Higher-resolution scans may also allow us to plate one or both to be certain of the type.

I agree. Both are Type IV, Scott #9.

You really shouldn't list that top stamp as unused either, IMO.

Carl,
It would be best to nail down identifications before listing stamps at your store. It doesn't matter what the stamp was purchased as, once you turn around to sell it becomes your responsibility to make sure it is listed correctly.
Don

Don, that's why I asked.

Here's a new scan of "#7", 1200 DPI.

Carl,
Understood, but you had it originally listed incorrectly, then asked for opinions after it was already listed. Hence why I was recommending that you nail down the IDs first. I see that you have removed it now, thank you for being conscientious.

In looking at your other offerings, I see a few more potential problems such as reperfs, regums and z few questionable coils, but this is just my opinion. When people split up collections (especially those with some 'weeds') and start selling single stamps by catalog number, it opens the door to become problematic for both the buyer and the seller. I am simply trying to help you avoid costly returns/refunds. Perhaps some other folks could take a quick look at your store and assist with spotting any potential problems.
Don

Carl, I've misidentified Type II and IV before, but the top curved frame line looks to me that it has been recut (strengthened with a hand tool on the die). If either the top or bottom frame lines or both are recut, it's a Type IV, #9.
Hope this helps, Ray

Thanks, everyone. I'll relist it as a #9, questionable unused.

While trying to sell my collection, I've gotten an education that I wish I had while buying it!

Exactly why the saying "Life is a tough teacher, it gives you the test first and the lesson later" is so true.

Great quote!