American inventor (1800–1860) whose development of the vulcanization process revolutionized the rubber industry and had a direct and far-reaching effect on other manufacturing enterprises, from shoe heels to automobile tires. Bank check, 6.5 x 2.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Goodyear, payable to Cashier, Bank of Metropolis for $1,000, May 17, 1860. Clean cut cancellation (away from signature) and complete tear to lower right corner touching last letter of signature (repaired from reverse), otherwise fine, bright condition. R&R COA.
