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Auction: 312 - Numismatic Collector's Series Sale
Lot: 1674

Westinghouse, George, Jr American inventor and businessman (1846-1914); beginning with his air brake system that greatly increased train safety, he built a technology empire that continues to thrive. Partly engraved Document Signed "Geo. Westinghouse Jr" as president of the Westinghouse Air Brake Co, 1 page, oblong 8vo, Pittsburgh March 15, 1872. A pay order on the company for $4873.05 to John Moorhead. Also signed by the company´s secretary. Beautiful vignette at left of train. Heavy pen cancellation through signature. Minor edge wear, VG (VF to stock and bond collectors).

Sold for
$190