The One-Cent Magenta | The Most Mysterious Stamp in the World
It’s just a scrap of paper — tiny, faded, and roughly cut. But in the world of stamps, it's legendary. Known as the British Guiana 1c Magenta, this tiny postage stamp has traveled continents, crossed centuries, and passed through the hands of kings, murderers, and billionaires. It’s not just rare — it’s one-of-a-kind.
The Inverted Jenny: A Philatelic Legend
The "Inverted Jenny" stamp, celebrated for its depiction of an accidentally upside-down airplane, is one of the world's rarest and most valuable stamps. Originating from a 1918 issue to commemorate the first U.S. Air Mail, its history is as intriguing as its design.
The Penny Black: The World's First Postage Stamp
The Penny Black holds a special place in history as the world's first adhesive postage stamp used in a public postal system. Issued in the United Kingdom in 1840, it revolutionized the postal service and laid the groundwork for modern global communication.