1849 Columbus Ohio Bill of Exchange Signed by J.H. Goodman & Others Banking
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This authentic 1849 Bill of Exchange from Columbus, Ohio, is a fascinating piece of 19th-century financial ephemera. Dated May 17, 1849, the document is issued to James Eppy, Cashier of the Ohio Life Insurance and T ... Read More
This authentic 1849 Bill of Exchange from Columbus, Ohio, is a fascinating piece of 19th-century financial ephemera. Dated May 17, 1849, the document is issued to James Eppy, Cashier of the Ohio Life Insurance and Trust Co. in New York City, for the amount of $1600, payable in sixty days. The bill is signed by I.D. Butler, J. Bartram, and Jas H. Goodman, with official seals affixed, showcasing the formal authorization of this financial instrument. The document features finely printed and handwritten text on a single sheet of pale blue paper, measuring approximately 11 by 14 inches, with visible original folds and some minor wear consistent with its age. The reverse side includes additional handwritten notations and filing marks dated November 20, 1849. This bill offers a rare glimpse into the commercial and banking practices of mid-19th century America, specifically linked to the Ohio Life Insurance and Trust Company, a notable financial institution of the era. Collectors and historians alike will appreciate its provenance and the historical context it represents.
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