1898 U.S.CLASSIC TRANS-MISSISSIPPI 10c Gray Vio "Hardships" Sc#290 Used Scarce. A Higher Value in the Series


Background: The Trans-Mississippi commemorative stamps were printed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Original plans called for the series to be printed in bi-color. However, the Spanish-American War strained the resources of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, which was overburdened by the demand for revenue stamps to fund the war. The Trans-Mississippi commemoratives were printed in a single color, with the 1¢ denomination printed with yellow green ink.
 
About the 1898 Trans-Mississippi Exposition Series
The 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition was held to further the progress and development of natural resources west of the Mississippi River. Held in Omaha, Nebraska, the exposition opened on June 1, 1898, and ran for four months. More than 4,000 exhibits showcased social, economic, and industrial resources of the American West. The expo wasn’t a financial success overall, but it did revitalize Omaha, a community that had been devastated by drought and depression.

 One in a series of CLASSIC 19th - 20th Century U.S. postal issues to be listed this month on E-Bay. Includes Complete Sets and Plate Number Singles and Blocks. Visit our store to view all items.   No Reserve. Priced to Sell. As Is 


From a very old stamp collection from an old time Stamp collector in Chicago. 


Take your time! Will combine postal charges on multi-lot purchase for added savings. Buy one or 20 lots and we'll still charge the same single postage charge! Note: For Lots valued over $250, we will need to add Postal Insurance. Let us know if you want to continue bidding after initial purchases and we will be happy to wait your go-ahead for checkout.


 

** = High Catalog Value  

 

Ideal for the Classic and Worldwide Postage Stamp collector/investor. Makes a great gift! 


Another in a great collection of early 19th - 20th World and United States postal issues to be listed over the next few weeks on E-Bay. We will be listing a great number of scarce and highly collectible issues including early  20th C sets and singles. Also a nice selection of early U.S. Zepps and airmails. 


Canadian and International Buyers Welcome! Payment in e-Bay's Paypal payment system unless other arrangements made. 

 

We are members of the American Philatelic Society (APS), American Numismatic Association (ANA), SSDC,  and other professional numismatic and philatelic societies. References available upon request. Free appraisals. We purchase collections – large or small.

 

Would appreciate positive feedback at successful conclusion of transaction and I will certainly do the same for you!

 

Lake Forest Stamp and Coins

Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 USA

Member: American Philatelic Society, American Numismatic Association, and other professional numismatic and philatelic associations.