Lot 2256 /o
Samoa, 1880, 9d Orange Brown, State IV. Group of 3 mint o.g. (orange brown) and 6 used with town cancels, two orange brown and 4 chestnut shades, light to deep shades; few flaws, F.-V.F. overall. Scott No. 5-5a.SG No. 20; £2,445 ($3,839) Estimate $500 - 750.
Realized: $1,050
Lot 2257 /o
Samoa, 1880, 9d Chestnut, Perf 11¾, State IV. complete plate reconstruction of 10, seven used with town cancels, the mint (one no gum), medium to deep shades, Very Fine, a choice plating. Scott No. 5 $1,360.SG No. 20 var. Estimate $600 - 800.
Realized: $950
Lot 2258 o
Samoa, 1880, 9d Pale Chestnut, Perf 11¾, State IV. Position 8 (R2/3), Oct. 1, 1880 town cancel, beautifully centered amid well balanced margins, rich bright color, Extremely Fine and choice, an exceptional used stamp. Scott No. 5.SG No. 20 £350 ($550).
Realized: $600
Lot 2259
Samoa, 1880, 9d Orange Brown, Perf 11¾, State IV. complete pane of 10, full o.g. (usual light gum soak), rich vivid color, Very Fine, a scarce complete sheet. Scott No. 5a $1,000.SG No. 20 £650 ($1,020).
Realized: $525
Lot 2260 o
Samoa, 1880, 9d Orange Brown, Perf 11¾, State IV. Position 1 (R1/1) showing "PENCF" variety, early Dec. 17, 1880 town cancel, rich bright color, well centered, Extremely Fine. Scott No. 5a $800.SG No. 20 £375 ($589).
Realized: $850