Vintage 1931 Bush Terminal Company Stock and 47 similar items

This is an original 1931 stock certificate from the Bush Terminal Company, a significant industrial enterprise incorporated under the laws of the State of New York. The certificate represents ownership of seven percent debenture stock with a par value of $100 per share, evidencing 250,000 shares authorized. The ornate design features a classical allegorical figure and intricate border details in purple and black, typical of early 20th-century stock certificates. The certificate is dated April 20, 1931, and includes signatures of company officials and a series of punch holes indicating cancellation. Bush Terminal Company played a crucial role in the development of industrial property and transportation infrastructure in New York, making this certificate a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of American industrial history and vintage financial documents. The back of the certificate features multiple stamps from financial institutions, including Wells Fargo Co., adding provenance and further historical context. This piece is an excellent example of early 20th-century corporate ephemera and a tangible connection to New York's commercial past.