Financier well known for his stock market manipulation of railroad securities; he also tried to corner the gold market, causing the “Black Friday” stock market crash of September 1869. DS, one page both sides, 10.75 x 8, green, black and gray Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway Company stock certificate, January 27, 1880. One hundred shares of the Capital Stock of the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway Company made out to Sidney Dillon. In fine condition, neatly hole and stamp canceled affecting a portion of Gould’s signature as President, and that of his co-signer’s, expected edge toning and light handling wear. R&R COA.
