Confederacy, Spartanburg, S.C., 1861, 10¢ Black, provisional handstamped with "Paid" and "10" ratings and on reverse "Spartanburg S.C." circular control handstamp, addressed to "Capt. Edward J. Dean, Company K 'Spartan Rifles', 5th Palmetto Regt. Sp. Car. Volunteers, Col. M. Jenkins Commanding, Tudor Hall, Near Manassas Junction, Virginia" and endorsed in "Care Captn Jos Walker", entered mails with clear "Spartanburg S.C. Nov 4 1861" cds; some edge flaws and light soiling, Fine, an exceptionally rare entire that we have not offered previously, this is the earliest known usage. Scott No. 78XU1  $5,000. $0 (Image)