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POSTAGE STAMP, 1856. The worlds rarest stamp, the 1856 British Guiana one-cent magenta

POSTAGE STAMP, 1856. The worlds rarest stamp, the 1856 British Guiana one-cent magenta


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POSTAGE STAMP, 1856. The worlds rarest stamp, the 1856 British Guiana one-cent magenta

POSTAGE STAMP, 1856.
The worlds rarest stamp, the 1856 British Guiana one-cent magenta, known only as a unique example

Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age

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1856 Antique Artifact Economic Economics Economy Finance Financial Great Britain Guiana Penny Postage Stamp


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This print showcases the world's rarest stamp, the 1856 British Guiana one-cent magenta. With its rich history and unique design, this postage stamp is truly a remarkable artifact from the past. Dating back to 1856, it holds immense value not only for collectors but also for those interested in economic and financial aspects. The intricate details of this antique piece are beautifully captured in this photograph. The elegant typography on the stamp proudly displays "POSTAGE STAMP" along with the year of its creation. Its significance lies not only in being an English penny stamp but also as a symbol of Great Britain's influence over British Guiana during that time. As we delve into the image, we can't help but appreciate how such a small object holds great importance within our economic history. This one-cent magenta represents a bygone era when letters were sent across vast distances using stamps like these. Granger Art on Demand has done justice to this extraordinary piece by presenting it through their lens. While admiring this photograph, let us take a moment to reflect upon how something as seemingly insignificant as a postage stamp can hold immense historical and cultural value for generations to come.

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