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John D. Rockefeller

John D. Rockefeller

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John D. Rockefeller

Fabled American entrepreneur (1839–1937) who entered the oil industry at the age of 24 and worked ruthlessly to unify his business interests into the powerful Standard Oil Trust. DS, signed “J. D. Rockefeller,” one page, 16 x 8, February 29, 1888. Stock certificate for 100 shares of Standard Oil issued to W. C. Andrews, signed at the bottom,as president of Standard Oil, by Rockefeller. An embossed machine cancellations to signatures, slightly perforating paper, slight trimming to edge of certificate where it is joined to the stub,and previous storage folds, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #341 - Ended January 14, 2009