USA #26 Leesburg, Va 2 MAY 1861 Va Independent State

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USA #26 tied to cover by the small double circle Leesburg, Va postmark dated 2 MAY 1861 (full yeardate in the postmark). Virginia seceded from the Union 17 APR 1861 and joined the CSA 7 MAY 1861. This cover falls into the very limited 20 day period between secession and admittance to the Confederacy known as the Virginia Independent State period. Addressed to Mr. George W. Matthew, Bellmont, Louden County, Va. Stamp has faults, and the cover has edge faults and edge tears at the lower left with part of the backflap missing as well. NO RESERVE!! Bidding starts at $1.00. Item will sell to the highest bidder. My main area of interest is the stamps and covers of the Confederate States of America. Learn more about Confederate Philately on my E-Bay About Me Page. -- E-BAY ABOUT ME PAGE -- Terms: PAYPAL is preferred. Visa / Mastercard and American Express also accepted directly. Buyer to prepay with the addition of $1.00 for shipping ($2.00 if outside the USA) which also includes insurance as all my mailings are privately insured. Texas residents only to add 8.25% sales tax. Item will be shipped immediately on receipt of payment. It is expected that payment will be received within 7 days of the close of the sale. . Full money back no questions asked guarantee if not completely satisfied. Member: APS ASDA Winning bidders who wish to read more