Vintage United States Postage Stamp Album Page (1887-1894)

A single paper page from a vintage philatelic album displaying United States postage stamps dating from the late 19th century, specifically the years 1887 to 1894. The page is printed on off-white or light cream heavyweight paper with black ink borders and typography. It features several mounted stamps including a 2c carmine Red George Washington, a green 1c Benjamin Franklin, and a dark 5c Ulysses S. Grant. The page is organized by series, mentioning the 1890-93 issues printed by the American Bank Note Company and the 1894 Bureau of Engraving and Printing issues characterized by small triangles in the upper corners. Physically, the page shows moderate yellowing and minor foxing consistent with age. Several stamps exhibit visible cancellations and varied centering. The layout includes printed placeholder illustrations to guide collectors. The condition indicates it was part of a functional, used collection, with some stamps hinge-mounted. The typography is a mix of classical serif fonts, standard for 20th-century stamp albums such as those produced by Scott or Harris. Notable text at the bottom provides historical context regarding the transition of stamp printing from private companies to the federal Bureau of Engraving and Printing, a pivotal moment in US postal history.