May 18th, 2021

Conversations with Philatelists News:

Graham Beck and Conversations with Philatelists Discuss The World's Most Expensive Stamp Coming to Auction

The rarest and most valuable stamp in the world, the British Guiana One Cent Magenta, is coming to auction on June 8th, 2021. Graham Beck invited Michael and Charles onto his show Exploring Stamps to discuss this incredible philatelic event.

Michael, Charles, and Graham discuss who may potentially purchase the stamp, the process for such a monumental auction, and predictions for the final hammer price.

    This Week's Featured Items:

1951 Willie Mays #305 NY Giants Rookie Card - EX + 5.5

(Auction ends: TODAY, Tuesday, May 18th 7:11PM EST)

1951 Original Mickey Mantle Rookie Card - Graded

(Auction ends: TODAY, Tuesday, May 18th 6:54PM EST)

Incredible $3,582 CV US Mint Duck Stamp Coll RW1-RW61

(Auction ends Friday, May 21st at 7:25PM EST)

Remarkable US 704-715 Mint NH Full Sheets = $4,000 CV

(Auction ends Friday, May 21st at 7:24PM EST)

Conversations with Philatelists Ep. 53: Constanze Dennis: On Auction House Management

Constanze Dennis, Managing Director of Grosvenor Auctions discusses her unusual pathway to her current position, and the responsibilities and challenges that come with it. She also discusses the pleasure of in-person auctioneering, and how to get younger generations involved in philately.

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