American inventor and industrialist (1831-1897) best known for developing the first successful railroad sleeping car. Partly-printed DS, signed “Geo. M. Pullman,” one page, 16.25 x 23.5, June 26, 1871. Bond of Pullman's Palace Car Company in the amount of $1000, signed at the conclusion in ink by Pullman as the company's president and by Charles W. Angell as secretary. The bond retains 28 of its coupons at the bottom. In fine condition.
From the personal collection of a lifelong collector, teacher, and traveler with a passion for world history. His collecting years ranged from the 1970s to the present day, meaning that several of the premier pieces have not been on the market in decades.
This item is Pre-Certified by PSA/DNA
Buy a third-party letter of authenticity for
$45.00
*This item has been pre-certified by a trusted third-party authentication service, and by placing a bid on this item, you agree to accept the opinion of this authentication service. If you wish to have an opinion rendered by a different authenticator of your choosing, you must do so prior to your placing of any bid. RR Auction is not responsible for differing opinions submitted 30 days after the date of the sale.
