Vintage 1940s North American Light and Power Stock Certificate, SEC Casualty!

Vintage 1940s North American Light and Power Stock Certificate, SEC Casualty!

12" x 8"  ~  Little to no wear. 

The north American Light and Power Company, a utility holding company formed in South Bend, Indiana, and run since 1916 by its president, Clement Studebaker, Jr., of the family famous for the Studebaker automobiles. The utility company remained a major subsidiary of the North American Company until the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission broke up that conglomerate in the 1940s, forever changing the direction of the country and company. This stock certificate, a relic from that era, carries with it the weight of history, connecting you to a significant moment in time.  

Imagine enhancing your living space with this rare vintage collectible, a unique piece of home decor for any room! Stock certificates, like this one, are a scarce commodity. They become increasingly difficult to acquire once they enter museums and private collections. These certificates are not just pieces of paper but historical artifacts, each with a unique story. The first stock certificate was issued in 1606 by the Dutch East India Company. Four hundred-seven years later, the Walt Disney Company issued one of the last paper stock certificates from a major corporation in 2013, marking the end of an era. With such limited availability, this is a unique and privileged opportunity to own a piece of history.

My photographs can only capture a fraction of the beauty of these stock certificates. They were meticulously printed on heavy paper stock, similar to a dollar bill but stiffer and more durable, ensuring their vibrancy and newness for a long time. This unique feature, coupled with the variety of exciting signatures they bear, from the company President and Secretary to other historical figures, adds significant provenance and value to an already valuable item. The weight of the paper, the vibrancy of the ink, and the historical significance of the signatures all contribute to the worth of this item.