The Winters National Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wilbur Wright, "Wright B[r]os.," payable to Chas. E. Taylor for $18, April 4, 1908. Annotated underneath "Wright Bros." are the initials "W. W.," signifying that it was Wilbur who signed the check. Endorsed on the reverse by Taylor, who was the designer, engineer, and builder of the first engine used in the Wright Flyer. Removably encapsulated in a mylar sleeve. In fine condition, with three light vertical folds and a punch hole affecting "Bros." Dating to the year of the Wrights' most important demonstration flights, this is an early example boasting an ideal association.
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