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Standard Oil Trust
Standard Oil Trust Share Certificate - July 1, 1892, 1892PaperLength X Width (14.5" X 7.75")ReservedFurther images
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The Standard Oil Trust Share Certificate - July 1, 1892, is a captivating piece of financial history, encapsulating the essence of the Gilded Age's industrial expansion. This antique stock certificate,...The Standard Oil Trust Share Certificate - July 1, 1892, is a captivating piece of financial history, encapsulating the essence of the Gilded Age's industrial expansion. This antique stock certificate, representing 27 shares out of 972,500, features a rich green ornate border that frames the document with elegance. At its top center, a detailed engraving of a grand building symbolizes the monumental presence of the Standard Oil Trust. The certificate is adorned with the signatures of prominent figures, including John D. Rockefeller and Henry M. Flagler, adding to its historical significance. The intricate design and legal text convey both the power and complexity of this influential trust.
About Artwork: Standard Oil Trust Share Certificate - July 1, 1892
Created in the late 19th century, this certificate measures 14.5 inches by 7.75 inches. It serves as a tangible artifact from a pivotal era in American economic history, when Standard Oil dominated the oil industry. The attached assignment of legal title, dated August 10, 1896, further enriches its narrative, indicating a transfer of ownership. This document is not only a collector's item but also a window into the era's corporate practices and the formidable influence of the Standard Oil Trust. Its craftsmanship, from the engraved vignette to the handwritten signatures, reflects the meticulous attention to detail characteristic of financial documents of its time, making it a prized possession for historians and collectors alike.
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Standard Oil Trust Share Certificate - July 1, 1892 (27 shares out of 972,500).Antique stock certificate for the Standard Oil Trust, accompanied by an attached assignment of legal title.Top Section: The Stock CertificateIssuer: Clearly printed is "Standard Oil Trust".Title: Above the issuer's name, it reads "Assignment of Legal Title".Certificate Number: In the upper right corner, the number "A6675" is visible.Design: The certificate features an ornate green border with decorative elements.Vignette: A detailed engraving of a large building is present at the top center.Text: The certificate contains legal and financial text outlining the terms of the trust and the ownership rights associated with the share. It mentions the trustees (John D. Rockefeller, William Rockefeller, Henry M. Flagler, Jabez A. Bostwick, William G. Warden, Charles Pratt, Benjamin Brewster, and Oliver H. Payne) and the agreement establishing the trust.Signatures: Several handwritten signatures are visible, likely those of the trustees or authorized officers and Henry Flagler.Date: The certificate is dated "July 1, 1892".Number of Shares: The number of shares represented by this certificate is 27.Shareholder Name: The name of the original shareholder.Attached Section: Assignment of Legal TitleThis section is physically attached to the left side of the stock certificate.It contains handwritten text detailing the assignment of the legal title of the shares.It states that "For Value Received I hereby assign the within certificate and all rights, title and interest in the stock represented thereby unto assignee.Date of Assignment: The assignment is dated "New York August 10, 1896".Signature of Assignor: The assignment is signed by Assignor.Witness Signatures: There are two witness signaturesThe document is a historical artifact, from the late 19th century, representing ownership in one of the most significant and controversial companies of its time, the Standard Oil Trust. The presence of the assignment indicates a transfer of ownership after the initial issuance of the certificate.Provenance
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