The Broadway & Seventh Avenue Railroad Company Stock Certificate from 1913
The Broadway & Seventh Avenue Railroad Company Stock Certificate from 1913
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Are the certificates authentic?
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 stock certificate from The Broadway & Seventh Avenue Railroad Company, dated June 19, 1913. The certificate represents shares of common stock with a par value of $100, printed on cream paper in olive green ink. Features a vignette of a green eagle with outstretched wings at the top center, with detailed engraving. The design includes an ornate border with geometric patterns and scrollwork.
You will receive the exact piece shown. As with all antique documents, time has given this certificate its own character — a one-of-a-kind artifact from 1913. The certificate shows age-appropriate wear with some fold lines and minor discoloration, and includes two punch holes through the center indicating it was redeemed.
In 1913, New York City's subway system was still in its infancy, having opened just nine years earlier, and the battle for control of Manhattan's underground was fierce. The Broadway & Seventh Avenue Railroad Company was organized to operate what would become one of the most important north-south transit arteries in Manhattan, running from the financial district through Times Square to the Upper West Side. This line was part of the Interborough Rapid Transit Company's expansion plans, spearheaded by August Belmont Jr., the financier and socialite who had bankrolled much of New York's early subway construction. The certificate was issued to the New York Railway Corporation, indicating the complex web of subsidiary companies that characterized early 20th-century transit development. The Broadway-Seventh Avenue line would eventually become part of what New Yorkers know today as the 1, 2, and 3 trains, making this certificate a tangible link to the infrastructure that transformed Manhattan from a collection of neighborhoods into a unified metropolis.
Transportation certificates from New York's early subway era are highly prized by collectors for their connection to the city's transformation into a modern metropolis. This piece represents not just a financial instrument, but a piece of urban history from the age when private companies built the infrastructure that millions rely on today. Offered as a collectible.
Materials and care
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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