uncommon1900-1945

1913-15 Panama-Pacific Exposition Commemorative Set

Name: 1913-15 Panama-Pacific Exposition Commemorative Set
Brand: United States

United States · 1913 · 1¢, 2¢, 5¢, 10¢

This commemorative set was issued to celebrate the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition in San Francisco. The four stamps depict historical scenes related to the discovery and exploration of the Pacific Ocean and the construction of the Panama Canal. The designs feature Vasco Núñez de Balboa, the Pedro Miguel Locks, the Golden Gate, and the discovery of San Francisco Bay.

The Panama-Pacific Exposition celebrated the completion of the Panama Canal and showcased San Francisco's recovery from the devastating 1906 earthquake.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

expositions history exploration panama-canal ships architecture

Catalog Numbers

scott397-400

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$65

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$35

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$15

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