uncommonpre-1900

1893 Columbian Exposition Issue, Complete Set of 16

Name: 1893 Columbian Exposition Issue, Complete Set of 16
Brand: United States

United States · 1893 · 1¢ to $5

This complete set of 16 stamps commemorates the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's first voyage to the Americas. The designs depict various scenes from his journey, from his initial audience with Queen Isabella to the eventual landing in the New World. The set is renowned for its beautiful engravings and historical significance, with each denomination featuring a unique vignette related to the Columbian narrative.

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 and was a major attraction at the fair.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

history exploration christopher-columbus ships commemorative world-fairs

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.