Lot 2284
Samoa, 1886, 2d Dull Orange + 4d Blue, Perf 12½. 2d separated slightly into stamp at top, both tied by blue "Apia, Samoa, Oct 11" type 2 cds on cover to the San Francisco Post Office addressed in the hand of Postmaster Davis; some minor tone spots, F.-V.F., believed to be an 1887 usage as the 6d stamps where not issued until late September of 1887 (Odenweller 278). Scott No. 13+16.SG No. 23+24 Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $525