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In this sale, 31 of Johnny Marr's guitar lots raised money for two charities. It's common for high-profile auctions to include items where a portion, or even all, of the proceeds are donated. This can significantly boost fundraising efforts, as the celebrity connection often attracts higher bids and more public attention than typical charity appeals.
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