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Columbian Exposition Issue, Complete Set

Name: Columbian Exposition Issue, Complete Set
Brand: United States

United States · 1893 · 1¢ to $5

This complete set of 16 stamps was issued to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's first voyage to the Americas. The designs depict various scenes from his life and voyages, from his initial audience with Queen Isabella to the discovery of land. The set is renowned for its beautiful engravings and historical significance.

Issued for 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

christopher-columbus exploration ships history world-fairs commemorative

Catalog Numbers

scott230-245

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$4,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3,500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2,500

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1,500

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$800

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