This is a genuine 1960s stock certificate from Eversharp Inc., printed in red and featuring standard cancellation holes that mark it as retired from circulation.

The certificate is officially issued and reflects the sleek, modernist design typical of mid-century American corporate documents. You will receive a certificate similar to the one in the photo. 

Eversharp Inc. originated in the early 1900s, founded by Charles Rood Keeran, who invented one of the first successful mechanical pencils. The brand quickly became synonymous with quality writing tools, particularly its self-sharpening pencils—which gave the company its name. During the 1940s and 50s, Eversharp expanded into fountain pens and even ventured into electric shavers through a partnership with Schick, briefly operating as a subsidiary under the name Eversharp-Schick.

By the 1960s, when this certificate was issued, Eversharp was owned by the Parker Pen Company, which had acquired it in an attempt to consolidate market share in the competitive writing instrument industry.

Despite Parker’s efforts, the Eversharp name gradually faded from the market as product lines were absorbed or discontinued. Today, vintage Eversharp items remain highly prized among pen and pencil collectors for their design, precision, and historical significance.