This original, Postally Used, Confederate Cover measures approx. 5 1/2" by 3 1/3" and has an imperforate, Jefferson Davis, 10 cent Postage Stamp (CSA #11-AD) at the upper right hand corner. The Stamp is manuscript canceled “Nov 4” and carries what appears to be the signature of the postmaster at the originating Post Office – “L. McDonnel”. There is a period, manuscript, ink notation at the lower left hand edge of the front panel that reads “Post Hast(sic) Sickness”. The Envelope is addressed to “Mr. J. W. Williamson” at Indian Valley, Virginia. The Envelope was neatly opened at the flap resulting in some minor damage to the rear of the cover.

    As stated above, this is an Adversity Cover – made from a previously used Envelope that was turned inside out. There is an address visible inside the envelope.

    This Cover is unconditionally guaranteed original and of the period. It is NOT a reproduction, recreation, reprint or fake but rather an original Confederate Cover sent through the Southern mail during the period of the Civil War. The Cover and the Stamp are unconditionally guaranteed to be original and guaranteed to be deemed original by any third party authentication service. It come with our unconditional, return privilege and a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.

    This Cover came to us as part of a simply fantastic collection of Confederate States of America Covers that was put together in the early to late 20th century. We will be offering Covers from this collection over the next few months so be sure to keep an eye on our weekly eBay auctions.

    The very rare and original, 1860’s Confederate States of America, Postally Used Cover is in very good condition. The front panel is very attractive and well preserved – clean and crisp with no damage or significant wear. The Stamp is very attractive and well preserved – clean and crisp with rather large margins on 3 sides. The Envelope was rather neatly opened at the left hand edge with just a bit of wear to the verso. The original adhesive of the Envelope is visible on the verso as the Cover was turned inside out and reused. Please see the scans below for a good representation of the form and the condition of this original, Confederate Civil War Cover.

    A very rare and original, 1860’s Ten Cent, Confederate States of America CSA #11-AD, Green, imperforate Postage Stamp that is ink, manuscript canceled and affixed to an Adversity Envelope / Cover addressed to Indian Valley, Virginia and a fantastic addition to any collection!!!

    Be sure to check out this seller’s other auctions for a number of other, original, Civil War period Covers which are also being offered for sale this week on eBay!!