Can Someone Confirm My Completely Amateurish ID Of This #500 2 Cent Washington?

I realize reams have been written about this on SCF, please be patient with me. I've poured over the Stamp Smarter pages* on this and I think I understand the differences in all the little details. It looked at first like a type I to me then I got to the toga button and to me it is distinctly outlined at the top. The rope looks like the examples given as well. All the other points seemed right too. So, am I mistaken? is it a 499 or a 500?

* It would be helpful in the detail image of Point 9, the locks of hair if a little arrow could be placed to show which locks are being discussed.-I think I figured it out but still have my doubts.

Go back to StampSmarter and review the section for Washington-Franklin off-set printed stamps to find the correct ID for this one. It is not an engraved or rotary press issue. After checking again, if you are still unsure, post what you think it may be and we'll confirm or help you to see which issue it is.

Most important fact you did not mention is the perforations. Always the first item to check on these


Peter

It's perf 11 all the way 'round. I'll take a look at the printing method stuff, thanks.

Hint, note the "DID" pattern of lines inside the toga button.

So, a #526. It hits all the defining characteristics it looks like to me. thank you

You got it right