Businessman (1818–1881) who cofounded the famous express firm Wells, Fargo & Co., served as president of American Express, and later directed the New York Central and Northern Pacific Railways. Handsomely engraved DS, signed “Wm. G. Fargo,” one page, both sides, 12 x 9.5, January 29, 1869. A certificate for five shares of stock in the American Merchants Union Express Company issued to Morris Bradley of Westport, Connecticut. Stock certificate for fifty shares. Cancellation hole to center of document, cancellation ink stamp over signature, and a hint of mild wrinkling, otherwise in fine, visually appealing condition. LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
