CSA 11, 10c blue, right sheet margin copy roughly torn away at top apparently pre-use, with heavy homemade adhesive all around, tied with manuscript cancel of “Mars, Ala, Aug 9.” Non-contemporary but old “1, 1861” to the right (which is not correct as stamp was not issued until 1863). Addressed to Samuel B. Rucker, Lynchburg, Va. with bold violet ADVERTISED 2 (CSA Catalog Type K with CV $500) at top right and matching violet LYNCHBURG / VA // SEP / 1 backstamp. Roughly opened at right and slightly reduced. Scarce use. $375.