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1893 Columbian Exposition Issue, Complete Set

Name: 1893 Columbian Exposition Issue, Complete Set
Brand: United States of America

United States of America · 1893 · 1¢ to $5

This complete set of 16 stamps commemorates the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's first voyage to the Americas. Each denomination features a different detailed engraving depicting a key event from his journey, from his first sighting of land to his presentation at the court of Queen Isabella. The series is renowned for its beautiful designs and historical significance.

Issued to coincide with the World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893, this was the first commemorative stamp series issued by the United States. It set a precedent for future commemorative issues worldwide.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

history exploration christopher-columbus ships royalty commemorative

Catalog Numbers

scott230-245

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$12,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$8,500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5,500

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$3,000

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1,500

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.