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The Columbians: Our Nation’s First Commemorative Set

The Columbians: Our Nation’s First Commemorative Set

by Bryan Nielsen | Jun 22, 2025 | Columbus, Commemorative, History, U.S.A.

The United States’ first foray into commemorative postage stamps, the Columbian Exposition Issue of 1893, marked a significant departure from previous philatelic releases. Prior to this set, U.S. stamps primarily featured portraits of presidents and statesmen, serving...

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