Collectables: Inverted Jenny

The video explores the concept of perfection, comparing it to the world of collecting where mistakes can add value. It tells the story of the Inverted Jenny, a misprinted stamp that became a collector's item. Colonel HR Green, who inherited wealth from his frugal mother Hedy Green, bought the entire sheet of these stamps. Over time, some stamps were lost, damaged, or even used mistakenly. The video highlights the intrigue and value surrounding these rare stamps, with one recently selling for over $1.5 million.

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