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Youngstown and Suburban Railway Company Stock Certificate 2x Combo from 1915

Youngstown and Suburban Railway Company Stock Certificate 2x Combo from 1915

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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 2x combo pack of stock certificates from The Youngstown and Suburban Railway Company, dated 1915. Printed on white paper stock in blue and brown ink, the design carries elaborate decorative borders The certificate bears handwritten signatures of the company's president and secretary.

The Youngstown and Suburban Railway Company was incorporated in Ohio during the height of America's electric streetcar boom, serving the industrial city of Youngstown and its surrounding communities. Founded in the early 1900s as electric traction companies revolutionized urban transportation, the line connected Youngstown's steel mills and residential districts with efficient trolley service. The company operated during Youngstown's golden age as a major steel production center, when the city's mills supplied materials for America's rapidly expanding infrastructure and the demands of World War I. Like many smaller electric railway companies of the era, Youngstown and Suburban eventually succumbed to the rise of automobile transportation and changing urban patterns, with most streetcar operations ceasing by the 1930s as buses and private cars reshaped American cities.

You will receive two certificates similar to the one shown. While each piece shares the same design and era, slight variations in serial numbers, signatures, and natural aging may occur. This example includes cancellation markings, indicating it was properly redeemed, and shows age-appropriate wear with some discoloration and fold lines that add authentic character to this century-old document.

Electric railway certificates from the 1910s represent a fascinating chapter in American transportation history, documenting the brief but transformative era when streetcars connected communities across the nation. Offered as a collectible.

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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