1903 United New Jersey Railroad & Canal Company Stock Certificate – 10 Shares – Steam Locomotive & Canal Engraving – Antique Railroad Scripophily

This authentic 1903 stock certificate issued by the United New Jersey Railroad & Canal Company represents a fascinating piece of American railroad and financial history.

The certificate was issued July 6, 1903 for 10 shares to Miss Mary Buckley and bears the original printed serial number 28767. The document features ornate engraved borders and detailed vignette illustrations depicting steam locomotives, a canal lock scene with mule-drawn boat, and a passenger train, reflecting the dual rail and canal transportation systems of the era.

Certificates like this were printed by the American Bank Note Company of New York, one of the most respected security printers in American history, known for producing finely engraved financial documents.

The reverse side shows a completed transfer endorsement dated May 2, 1904, along with brokerage and signature guarantee stamps indicating the shares were actively traded during the early twentieth century.

Although no longer representing an active financial security, historic railroad certificates such as this are highly collectible within the field of scripophily and are valued for their artistic engraving, historical context, and connection to America’s railroad expansion.

This piece would display beautifully framed in an office, library, or railroad collection.

Details

• Company: United New Jersey Railroad & Canal Company
• Issue Date: July 6, 1903
• Shares: 10
• Certificate Number: 28767
• Issued To: Miss Mary Buckley
• Printer: American Bank Note Company, New York
• Original engraved railroad and canal vignette artwork
• Reverse transfer documentation dated May 2, 1904

Condition

Good antique condition. Light toning from age with minor creases and handling wear typical of early 20th-century paper certificates. Graphics remain sharp and highly displayable.