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Humboldt Mining & Refining Co. Stock, 1866 [169079]

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money / Stock & Bond - Mining Start Price:50.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 1,000.00 USD
Humboldt Mining & Refining Co. Stock, 1866 [169079]
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No. 1195 for 100 shares to F. Avery dated June 22, 1866. issued to F. Avery for 100 shares and signed by Fred Schuchards as president and Francis Avery as secretary. A great example of an exceptionally rare certificate (possibly unique) This was thought to be from the Humboldt region of Nevada, but upon extensive research, the company was formed right after oil discovery at Cherry Run, Pennsylvania. They built a large refinery downstream of Plumer, capable of processing 100,000 barrels per month, easily the largest refinery of the day. Herzog Collection. [ Nevada United States of America