The British Guiana One-Cent Magenta stamp on display at Sotheby's on New Bond Street, London, it is estimated to fetch $10-20 million when it is auctioned.

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5088 x 3288 px | 43.1 x 27.8 cm | 17 x 11 inches | 300dpi

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The British Guiana One-Cent Magenta stamp on display at Sotheby's on New Bond Street, London, it is estimated to fetch $10-20 million when it is auctioned.

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