Lot 505
Rockefeller, John D (1839-1937) American oil magnate. Document signed ("J.D. Rockefeller") as President of Standard Oil Trust, 1 page, 7 ¾ x 15¾ in., New York, Feb. 9, 1886. A Stock Certificate for 100 shares, issued to George F. Gregory. Countersigned by Henry Flagler as Secretary and Benjamin Brewster as Treasurer. A scarce variety, printed in brown, black and white, instead of the normal green, black and white. The stub is attached, and the transfer has been completed on verso. Machine cancellations only. John D. Rockefeller organized the Standard Oil Company in 1870, gaining a monopoly in the oil business. Standard Oil Trust, which was organized in 1882, was dissolved by court decree in 1892.
Together with a New York Central Railroad Company stock certificate for 50,000 shares, issued to Rotan Mosle Inc., April 1, 1970; also, an unengrossed Stamp For Special Tax United States Internal Revenue, Peddler 4th Class, unsigned with stubs, April 30, 1881. (3 items).
Estimated Value $700 - 900.
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