Rare Antique 1913 The New York Central Railroad Company Gold Bond Certificate

This American iconic railroad, the New York Central Railroad, was a pivotal part of the United States' transportation history. Established in 1853, it primarily operated in the Great Lakes and Mid-Atlantic regions, connecting the bustling cities of New York, Boston, Chicago, St. Louis, Albany, Buffalo, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Detroit, Rochester, and Syracuse. Its headquarters, the New York Central Building, stood proudly in New York City, adjacent to its most significant station, Grand Central Terminal. In 1968, the NYC merged with its former rival, the Pennsylvania Railroad, to form the conglomerate of Penn Central.

13 1/2" x 9 1/2" ~ little to no wear.

My pictures seriously can't do it justice! This is a fantastic find, as these are so limited.

Imagine hanging this vintage 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. Four hundred seven 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, making them stay vibrant and new for a long time. The other unique thing about stock certificates is that they have all kinds of exciting signatures, and you honestly never know whom you will find. Almost all stocks are signed by the company President and Secretary. Some collectors research the other signatures and historical significance, adding so much provenance and value to an already valuable item. I have never done this as I can barely read my signature, let alone one from over 100 years ago.