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1893 Columbian Exposition Complete Set of 16 Stamps

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

United States · 1893 · various (1c to $5)

This complete set of 16 commemorative postage stamps was issued by the United States to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the New World. The designs depict various scenes related to Columbus's voyages, his landing, and the World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago.

The 1893 Columbian Exposition issue marked a significant milestone as the first commemorative stamps ever issued by the United States. Their release coincided with the World's Columbian Exposition, a major cultural and technological event that showcased American progress and celebrated the quadricentennial of Columbus's voyage.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

exploration history christopher-columbus ships historical-event world-fair commemorative

Catalog Numbers

scott230-245

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$30,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$18,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$12,000

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$6,000

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$3,000

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