Gordon Heights Railway Company
Gordon Heights Railway Company
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Product Details
Nicely engraved antique stock certificate from the Gordon Heights Railway Company dating back to the 1890's. This document, which is signed by the company President and Treasurer, was printed by C. F. Thomas & Co. and measures approximately 12" (w) by 7 3/4" (h).
The vignette features the Delaware State Seal.
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Historical Context
On May 2, 1893, the Gordon Heights Railway Company was incorporated in Delaware to construct a feeder line from the Gordon Heights Pier along the Delaware River to Shellpot Park. An amusement park was subsequently constructed at the river to generate additional traffic.
The Wilmington and Chester Traction Company was incorporated on February 21, 1898 to take control of the Wilmington City Railway, the Gordon Heights Railway, Front and Union Street Railway, and the Chester Traction Company.
Additional Information
Certificates carry no value on any of today's financial indexes and no transfer of ownership is implied. All items offered are collectible in nature only. So, you can frame them, but you can't cash them in!
All of our pieces are original - we do not sell reproductions. If you ever find out that one of our pieces is not authentic, you may return it for a full refund of the purchase price and any associated shipping charges.
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