US Stamp #241 Mh Og Columbian Expo Series

I juts got this new addition to my Columbian set. I got the #241 Mint Hinged with original gum. Ill post my Columbian set tomorrow.

You sure og???
Looks to be no gum.
If it does....does not look original.
Compare to a lower value....you will see that
it is more yellow looking.

Sorry, its hard to tell in that picture. There is gum. This picture shows it much better.

I stand on my statement above.....confirmed.

edited...spelling error

Would original gum make much of a difference?

(I suppose re-gummed would bother me a lot.)

Check the Scott US Specialized Catalog. Values for sound, very fine and unaltered examples are $500 unused no gum, $500 used, $1,100 unused original gum (hinged or disturbed gum) and $3,750 never hinged. A certificate is recommended if buying a sound example. Most uncertified copies in the marketplace have one or more problems that would significantly impact value. A regummed stamp would be valued as no gum, if otherwise sound. However, if someone decides to add gum, why stop there? Why not fill a thin or iron out a few creases.

Clark

Thanks for the responses and the info. I have seen the values in the scott specialized catalog. I got it for a good price and I got it for my Columbian set in my album. I'm going to post that soon. Thanks.

Looks original gum to me... However perf crease? about 10 up left from looking at back. Possible tiny tear about 6 perfs up on right.
Entire left lower corner starting 4 perfs up needs closer exam as viewed from back ?suspect light crease. Also upper left corner (viewed from back) ? Corner crease . Centering is wonderful

Nice og, light hinged 1$

you need to look at arrowed areas more closely-- they may just be lighting issues or slight bends, but need better look. the upper left on the scan is most concerning for a crease

BTW george, I m NO EXPERT-- so don't go by what I say--- I have a day job.
and I only buy certified stamps if the stamp I want is worth more than 500$ sound.
I'll take chances only on low value stuff. But determining average collectors trying to determine soundness, regum, and the worst REPERF can be a disaster.
just my 2 cents

Ill look into it. Thank you for the insight rgstamp .

I`d like to intrude for a moment and compliment the tongs.

hard to be sure from a pic, but doesn't look og to me

It is impossible to make a judgement about the gum without a good, clear and bright closeup pic of the edges and perf tips.

Watermark fluid will reveal creases, thins, and repairs.

UV light will also show problem areas, if they exist.

good thing

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