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Original Ilion Bank check dated July 12, 1869, measuring 7.5 x 3.25 inches, completed and signed by Samuel Remington. The check is made payable for $180.00 and bears Remington’s bold signature on the lower right, with an additional endorsement on the reverse. The engraved vignette and Ilion Bank imprint directly connect the piece to Remington’s hometown and the industrial center of Remington Arms. In fine condition.
Samuel Remington (April 12, 1819–December 1, 1882) was an American businessman and inventor. Remington worked at E. Remington and Sons, a firearm manufacturing company founded by his father Eliphalet II. Remington and his brothers, Philo and Eliphalet III joined their father as partners, and took over the business after their father's 1861 death. In the years subsequent, the company greatly expanded during the American Civil War. After the war, Remington secured the company major contracts from foreign governments. His success in marketing and sales was of key importance to the company's survival during the two decades subsequent to the Civil War.
With One of a Kind Collectibles LOA.