Behold this extraordinary piece of American railroad history - a rare and captivating 1963 St. Louis San Francisco Railway Co. Gold Bond Certificate! This antique vintage treasure is not just a document; it's a portal to a bygone era of rail transportation. Collectors and history enthusiasts, prepare to be amazed by this exceptional find that doesn't surface often in the market!
This gold bond certificate isn't merely a piece of paper; it's a tangible connection to the legendary "Frisco" railway that shaped the American Midwest and South-Central regions for over a century. The certificate's intricate design and brilliant authenticity seal transport you back to a time when railroads were the lifeblood of the nation. As you hold this remarkable artifact, you can almost hear the whistle of the steam engines and feel the rumble of the tracks beneath your feet.
The St. Louis–San Francisco Railway, affectionately known as the "Frisco," left an indelible mark on American history from 1876 to 1980. Despite its name, this iconic railroad never reached San Francisco, instead weaving its way through the heartland of America. The Frisco's legacy lives on in unexpected places, from the city of Frisco, Texas, which proudly bears the railroad's name and logo, to the charming Frisco Silver Dollar Line at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri.
Imagine displaying this stunning gold bond certificate in your home or office, a conversation piece that speaks volumes about America's rich railroad heritage. As you admire its vintage charm, you'll be reminded of the Frisco's famous trains like the Texas Special, a luxurious streamliner that connected St. Louis to the Lone Star State. This certificate is more than just a collectible; it's a slice of Americana that tells the story of progress, innovation, and the pioneering spirit that built a nation.
At an impressive 15" x 10", this antique vintage gold bond certificate commands attention and respect. Its remarkable preservation allows you to appreciate every intricate detail, from the elegant typography to the official signatures that bring this historical document to life. As you examine it closely, you'll be transported to an era when these certificates were more than financial instruments - they were works of art in their own right.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of railroad history. Whether you're a seasoned collector of antique vintage memorabilia or just beginning your journey into the fascinating world of historical artifacts, this 1963 St. Louis San Francisco Railway Co. Gold Bond Certificate is an investment in the past that will continue to captivate and inspire for generations to come.
The city of Frisco, Texas, was named after the railroad and uses the former railroad's logo as its own logo. The logo is modeled after a stretched-out raccoon skin (giving rise to Frisco High School's mascot, the Fighting Raccoons) The amusement park Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri, runs multiple diesel-fired or heating oil-fired steam trains around the park on its 2-foot-gauge rail line, known as the Frisco Silver Dollar Line. The Frisco operated in that part of the country, and supplied construction help to the park, along with the rails and ties, back when this line was being built in 1962. To pay homage to this iconic railroad the trains sport the Frisco name and logo.
Frisco also operated the famous and renowned Texas Special. This luxurious train, a streamliner from 1947, ran from St. Louis to Dallas, Texas, Fort Worth, Texas, and San Antonio, Texas.
As per Wiki other famous lines in songs and movies from this amazing bond are:
The Bluebonnet (St. Louis to San Antonio—with through service by M-K-T-- leaving early afternoon, arriving in Dallas/Ft. Worth the next morning and arriving San Antonio late afternoon.)
Chadwick Flyer (Branch line from Springfield to Chadwick, Missouri; discontinued by March 1933)
Firefly (at various times serving St. Louis, Kansas City, Fort Scott, Tulsa, and Oklahoma City. This was Frisco's first streamliner, and the first streamliner to be built in the southwest, the streamline modifications being done by Frisco itself)
General Wood (Originally between St. Louis and Springfield, Missouri from May 1941; truncated in June 1942 to service between St. Louis and Newburg, Missouri; and, discontinued entirely in the fall of 1946.)
Governor (Joplin-Tulsa-Oklahoma City)
Kansas City–Florida Special (Kansas City–Jacksonville)
Kansas Limited (St. Louis-Wichita-Ellsworth)
Kansas Mail (St. Louis-Wichita)
Memphian (St. Louis–Memphis)
Memphis Passenger (St. Louis–Memphis)
Meteor (St. Louis–Tulsa-Oklahoma City by night with connecting train Monett-Fort Smith-Paris, TX)
Oil Fields Special (Kansas City-Tulsa-Dallas-Ft. Worth, with through service to Houston)
Oklahoman (Once connected Kansas City–Tulsa but was later rerouted between St. Louis–Oklahoma City)
Southland (Kansas City–Birmingham) (truncated successor to the Kansas City–Florida Special)
Southwest Limited (St. Louis-Tulsa-Oklahoma City-Lawton)
St. Louis-Memphis Limited (St. Louis-Memphis-Birmingham)
Sunnyland (Kansas City/St. Louis–Atlanta/Pensacola/New Orleans)
Tulsa Texan (a joint Frisco-Katy operation inaugurated between Tulsa and Houston in 1937, and phased out between March and July 1940)
Texas Flash (Tulsa-Sherman-Dallas by day)
Texokla Limited (St. Louis-Springfield-Dallas)
Texas Limited (St. Louis-Springfield-Dallas, with through service to Houston-Galveston)
Texas Special (St. Louis-Springfield-Dallas-Ft. Worth, with through service to Austin-San Antonio)
Will Rogers (St. Louis–Oklahoma City/Wichita by day, 1936-1965; with through service northbound out of St. Louis to Chicago via the Alton Railroad or Wabash Railroad)
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.
