The sixteen Columbian stamps were issued in denominations ranging from one cent to five dollars. The total face value of $16.34 was more than many collectors of the time could comfortably afford and the higher values did not sell well.
How much was a half dollar worth at the Columbian Exposition?
The coins were sold at $1 each at the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago during 1893. The sales did not go well, as most people were unwilling to spend one dollar on a coin worth 50 cents! Once in a while you see these coins in superb numismatic condition mounted in a sealed numismatic holder called a ‘slab.’
How tall is Columbus Welcomed at Barcelona stamp?
“Columbus Welcomed at Barcelona” is taken from a bas-relief bronze door panel installed in Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in 1864 by sculptor Randolph Rogers. Rogers designed 9 panels on these doors, which are 17 feet high and weigh 20,000 pounds.
What did the US Post Office use the Columbian Exposition for?
The U.S. Post Office used the Exposition as an opportunity to capitalize on the increasingly popular hobby of stamp collecting by issuing a series of pictorial stamps commemorating the voyages of Columbus.
How much is the 1893 Columbian Exposition stamp worth?
1893, 50¢ Columbian (Scott 240), o.g., lightly hinged, extra large margins, an exceedingly fresh stamp, Fine to Very Fine, with 2004 P.F. certificate for pair from which it came, bottom stamp from pair. Scott $500. Estimate $250 – 350.
What is the value of a 1893 US 50 Cent stamp?
USA (Scott 240) 1893 COLUMBIAN 50¢ SLATE BLUE Fresh, rich color, MINT never hinged, fine. Cat $1450. 1893, 50¢ Columbian (Scott 240), o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fresh and choice example in immaculate condition, not toned like so many other 50 cent Columbians, this stamp has wonderful color, Very Fine, with 1986 P.F. certificate. Scott $500.
“Columbus Welcomed at Barcelona” is taken from a bas-relief bronze door panel installed in Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in 1864 by sculptor Randolph Rogers. Rogers designed 9 panels on these doors, which are 17 feet high and weigh 20,000 pounds.
When was the last US Columbian stamp made?
The Columbian Issue stamps were the last produced by the American Bank Note Company before stamp production was turned over to the Bureau of Engraving and Printing in 1894. These prices for U.S. stamps are provided as a service to Hobbizine readers.
