American businessman and philanthropist (1843–1899) who succeeded his father and grandfather as head of the New York Central Railroad. Partly-printed DS, signed “C. Vanderbilt,” one page, 12.25 x 7.5, September 20, 1879. Stock certificate for 100 shares in the Chicago and Canada Southern Railway Company issued to Hewson, Kilbreth & Co., signed in ink by Cornelius Vanderbilt II as treasurer. The certificate features a finely detailed vignette of a locomotive. The original recipient is present but detached from the left side. In fine condition.
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