Introducing the Antique 1924 Northern Central Railway Company Gold Bond Certificate! This unique piece of history harkens back to a time when railroads were still a new and exciting technology. Completed in 1858, the Northern Central Railway (NCRY) was a vital transportation artery that connected Baltimore, Maryland with Sunbury, Pennsylvania, along the beautiful Susquehanna River.
This exquisite gold bond certificate is a testament to the ingenuity and innovation of American railroading. Purchased in 1832, the NCRY's first locomotive, the Herald, was built in England and transported to America by ship, making it a major undertaking at the time. Given the nascent state of American railroading, an engineer was even sent along with the locomotive to ensure that he could teach others the art of locomotive engineering.
With its intricate detailing and historical significance, this Antique 1924 Northern Central Railway Company Gold Bond Certificate is truly a one-of-a-kind collector's item. If you're a lover of trains, history, or rare artifacts, this is the perfect addition to your collection. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Americana with this stunning gold bond certificate from the Northern Central Railway!
15" x 10" ~My pictures seriously can't do it justice!
Imagine hanging this antique historic collectible on your wall as home decor in any room! Stock certificates are another thing that is limited in supply, and once they are all gone into museums and collections, they will be hard to get. They are such historic documents with so much history behind them. The first stock certificate was issued in 1606 by the Dutch East India Company. 407 years of history later, the Walt Disney Company issued one of the last paper stock certificates from a major corporation in 2013.
These had to be done on heavy paper stock, almost like a dollar bill but stiffer and more durable, which makes them stay vibrant and new looking for a long time. The other very unique thing about bond certificates is they could have all kinds of interesting signatures and or stamps, and you honestly never know whom you will find. Almost all bonds are signed by the company President and Secretary. Some collectors research the other signatures and historic significance, and it adds so much provenance and value to an already valuable item. I have never done this as I can barely read my own signature let alone one from over 100 years ago.