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Ford Motor Company Bond Certificate from 1989

Ford Motor Company Bond Certificate from 1989

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Are the certificates authentic?

Yes, all of the certificates we sell are authentic stock and bond certificates unless otherwise mentioned in the description. At one point in time, this certificate represented a share of of the company, or a bond receipt. These certificates have been removed from circulation and digitalized, as seen by cancellation holes, stamps and writing on the certificate. We offer these certificates as a collectable item, not a security.  

 

This is an original bond from Ford Motor Company, dated 1989, printed in green. Vignette shows founder Henry Ford and a Quadricycle, which was a four wheeled bicycle powered by a 4 horsepower engine.

Cancelled with punch holes through the center, indicating it was redeemed. Shows normal handling wear consistent with age. Offered as a collectible.

In 1990, Ford Motor Company was navigating a challenging decade that would test the resilience Henry Ford had built into the company nearly nine decades earlier. Founded in 1903 in Dearborn, Michigan, Ford revolutionized manufacturing with the moving assembly line and the Model T, making automobiles accessible to middle-class Americans for the first time. Henry Ford transformed not just transportation but the entire concept of mass production, establishing principles that influenced industries worldwide. By 1990, under the leadership of CEO Donald Petersen and later Harold Poling, Ford was implementing the revolutionary "Team Taurus" approach to car development, which would produce the best-selling Taurus sedan and mark the company's return to design leadership. The certificate was issued to Lyndon Johnson, though this appears to be a namesake rather than the former president, who had died in 1973.

Automotive bonds from the 1980s and 1990s represent a pivotal era when American automakers were reinventing themselves to compete with Japanese imports. Ford Motor Company certificates remain highly collectible, particularly those featuring the classic automobile vignettes that celebrate the company's pioneering heritage.

Materials and care

Here are some quick tips to preserve your certificate for decades to come. 

Paper quality: Stock certificates were printed on a variety of certificate paper dating back to the mid 1800s. Most of these vintage collectable certificates have signs of used & wear , cancellation holes, pencil / pen writing, stamps, staples, adhesives, slight rips, missing coupons and other features. 

Handling: Always handle the certificate with clean, dry hands or use cotton gloves to avoid transferring oils and dirt from your skin onto the paper.

Storage: Store the certificate in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, which can cause fading. Use acid-free folders or archival-quality plastic sleeves to protect it from moisture, dust, and physical damage.

Framing: If displaying the certificate, use a frame with UV-protective glass to prevent light damage. Ensure the certificate is mounted using acid-free materials to avoid any chemical reactions that could degrade the paper over time.

Avoid Exposure: Keep the certificate away from direct sun, extreme temperatures and humidity, which can cause the paper to warp or deteriorate. Avoid exposing it to pollutants, such as smoke or chemicals, which can cause discoloration.

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