Samoa, 1877, 9d Deep Chestnut, State IV, Imperforate. Row 1, number 1, on thin white webbed paper, large margins, deep rich vibrant color, bright and fresh, Extremely Fine, a remarkable example of the 9d State IV proof, only three State VI proofs are recorded with this being the unique 9d State IV proof in deep chestnut with the other two examples in black and in the issued orange brown shade. Estimate  $400 - 600. $0 (Image)