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1893 $3 Columbus Describing Third Voyage, Yellow Green

Name: 1893 $3 Columbus Describing Third Voyage, Yellow Green
Brand: United States

United States · 1893 · $3 Dollars

This stamp depicts Christopher Columbus describing his third voyage to Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand of Spain. The scene shows Columbus presenting his findings and experiences to the Spanish monarchs.

Issued as part of the 1893 Columbian Exposition series, this stamp commemorates the 400th anniversary of Columbus's arrival in the Americas, celebrating the historical event and the exposition held in Chicago.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

explorers history columbus voyages expositions us-history

Catalog Numbers

scott243

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$600

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$350

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$120

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$50

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

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