transitory defect
An anomaly such as dust, hair, dirt, or fiber that attaches itself to the material of the stamp die and can create a non-print area in the impression. A transitory defect is not part of the die or stamp; therefore, it can easily be removed by use or cleaning.
Committee
Forensic Document Examination
Date Added to Lexicon
Standard Source (Designation Number Title of Standard. Publisher, Place, Year.)
ANSI/ASB 117 Standard for Examination of Stamping Devices and Stamp Impressions. AAFS Academy Standards Board (ASB), 410 North 21st Street, Colorado Springs, CO, 2020.
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