GRADING MADE SIMPLE. We use grades for stamps issued prior to 1935.
Fine (F) : This is the normal condition for earlier issues.
This condition is generally acceptable to the majority of collectors.
Perforations frequently would touch or slightly cut into the stamp design.
The usual small flaws are normal on early issues: (# 1 to 47).
Very Fine (VF) : Stamps of this condition would have all the perforations
clear design.
The design is positioned between 4 edges, although the stamp design
may be off center on one side.
VF stamps will well please the more particular collector.
Early issues will have no fault.
Used stamps will be lightly cancelled.
Extremely Fine (XF) : Stamps in XF condition are very well centered,
which means that the stamp design is perfectly centered between the four edges.
This is the normal condition for modern stamps.
If XF stamps are required for earlier issues, add the percentage shown
above each series.
Prices are in Canadian funds. Prior to 1894, unused prices are for stamps
with partial gum.
If Extra Fine (XF) stamps are required, remember to add the percentage
where indicated.
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