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Stock Certificate from the 19th Century

Stock Certificate from the 19th Century
This photo shows a stock certificate issued in 1863 by the Octoroon Gold and Silver Mining Company of Nevada. The certificate indicates that its bearer owns 1000 shares of stock in the company, each valued at $100.
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