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Lot 212:
A Collection of General Motors Corporation Common Stock Certificates for 22 American Shares
Description
A collection of common stock certificates issued by the General Motors Corporation, a company incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware. These documents represent common stock holdings, including 22 American shares, with issue dates from the mid-twentieth century, including 16 May 1960, 20 July 1965, and 26 January 1973. Each certificate is printed in green and white with an intricate scrollwork border and is designated for “less than 100 shares,” with specific share counts such as “TWO,” “THIRTY-FIVE,” “FIFTY,” and “EIGHTY-EIGHT” visible. The central vignette features a man’s profile in the background behind a streamlined, futuristic General Motors concept vehicle. The certificates bear the printed signatures of President John F. Gordon and Secretary G. A. Brooks, and they list The Chase Manhattan Bank as the registrar and transfer agent. Visible certificate numbers include U740-428, K149-765, and DK297-317. The collection includes documents issued to various entities, such as The Alderman Motor Co. and custodial accounts.
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