3 Antique 1830s-1853 New York Checks Abraham Bell & Son City Bank $8000 Rare Y91 For Sale

Item DescriptionUp for sale is a rare, historic lot of three (3) authentic 19th-century New York banking checks/drafts related to the prominent merchant firm Abraham Bell & Son.These pieces offer a fascinating glimpse into antebellum New York City commerce, featuring bold handwriting, historic bank names, and authentic signatures.Item Inventory & Details:1836 High-Value Check ($8,000.00)Date: November 10, 1836Bank: Cashier of the City Bank, New YorkPayee: Faber & MerleSignee: Abraham Bell & Co.Features: Left-side vertical border branding "ABRAHAM BELL & CO." A massive monetary sum for the era (equivalent to over $250,000 today). Features a cross-cancelled signature on the reverse.1853 Abraham Bell & Son Printed Check ($20.00)Date: April 13, 1853 (25 Park Row, New York)Payee: "Myself or Bearer"Signee: W. W. WoodworthFeatures: Red ink cancellation markings on the face; single-line endorsement on the back.1853 Abraham Bell & Son Printed Check ($50.00)Date: April 14, 1853 (25 Park Row, New York)Payee: Thomas H. Batman (or similar script)Signee: John WatsonFeatures: Vertical dark ink cancellation through the center; multi-signature banking endorsements on the reverse, including a "Received Payment" stamp by Henry F. Vail, Cashier.Condition Report:Overall Status: Very Good antique condition given their age (170+ years old).Paper Quality: Crisp, original rag paper with expected light toning, minorfoxing, and handling creases.Flaws to Note: The 1836 check has a small tear/chip on the upper left edge and a small pinhole/ink-corrosion burn in the center text ("City Bank"), which is typical for iron-gall ink of this era.

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