USPS on 24 April 1992 issued a series of four 29 cent stamps marking the 500th anniversary of the First Voyage of Christopher Columbus. Cancellation postmark originated from Christiansted, Virgin Islands (US Territory): The Bureau of Engraving and Printing printed 40,005,000 copies, using a lithographed and engraved process. These multicoloured stamps had 11 perforations.
As part of a joint issue with Italy, the U.S. issued a block of four stamps commemorating Columbus’ first voyage in 1492. The various scenes show Columbus seeking financial backing from Queen Isabella, his three ships crossing the Atlantic, his crew sighting land, and a small party coming ashore in the New World.
No comments:
Post a Comment