Years 1894-1939

United States Stamps 1894-1939

Bureau Period (1894-1939): A Time of Innovation and Expansion Explore the era when the Bureau of Engraving and Printing took over the production of U.S. postage stamps. This period, from 1894 to 1939, is characterized by its vast array of definitive series, intricate designs, and the introduction of the first commemorative stamps celebrating significant national events. From the celebrated Columbian Exposition issue to the iconic Washington-Franklin series, these stamps reflect a nation coming of age on the world stage.