Columbian Exposition issue
Also known as: Columbians
Well documentedSupported by multiple reputable specialist catalogues or publications.
Period
1893
Issuing entity
United StatesThe first United States commemorative stamp series, issued for the World Columbian Exposition and running to sixteen denominations.
Historical context
Marked the beginning of the United States commemorative stamp programme.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Per-denomination catalogue numbers and quantities issued require transcription
- Colour shade varieties need a specialist reference