April 8th Autographs, Manuscripts, Books & Photography
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/8/2021
This lot is for 2 fine stocks:
This fine 1866 American Express Stock Certificate Signed by Wells and Fargo. 11.625" x 8.25". Made out to a Luman K. Plimpton of Buffalo for 5 shares It is boldly signed by both founders of the company and countersigned by Treasurer Alex Holland. The graphics are quite outstanding, with a train, roundhouse, ships, delivery wagon, safe, cotton and crated goods, and a guard dog labeled "Safety & Dispatch." The signatures are dark and clear although they do have the cancellations on then, still an attractive stock. Has the 2 revenue stamps, one on the front and back of stock. Minor age browning,.What makes this example especially unusual is it still has it original signed transfer document with it. A nice example of a desirable signed stock certificate in pristine condition.
Also a America Merchants Union Stock Certificate signed: "Wm G. Fargo" as President, "E. P. Ross" as Treasurer and "J. N. Knapp" as Secretary. 1p, 12x8½. New York, 1869 February ast. Certificate No. 5983 for 5 shares. The stock Issue of 180,000 shares of Capital Stock; each share was worth $100.Fine condition all signatures bold.
With One Of A Kind Collectibles COA.
1866 American Express Stock Certificate Signed by Wells and Fargo --- American Merchants Union Express Company Stock
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