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Rockefeller ,Flagler Signed Standard Oil Trust

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Rockefeller ,Flagler Signed Standard Oil Trust

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Auction Date:2014 Mar 27 @ 20:00 (UTC-04:00 : AST/EDT)
Location:4000 Ponce DeLeon Blvd. Suite #470, Coral Gables, Florida, 33146, United States
Rockefeller formed the first oil trust at the age of 30. Ten years later he monopolized 85% of the industry and became the world’s first billionaire. He hated waste and inefficiency. As a result he would target poorly run segments of the industry. He would often drive poorly run competition out of business or buy them out. He became the most detested man in the country and had a bodyguard continuously around him. Rockefeller gave 3/4 of a billion dollars to science and education. In one of the 1st public relations campaigns in history, Rockefeller would give a shiny new dime to whomever he would meet. Rockefeller signs along with Henry M. Flagler, Capitalist and Promoter. Rockefeller once stated in court that Flagler was “the brains behind the Standard Oil Trust”. He transformed Florida’s once neglected beaches and swamp lands into one of the most luxurious playgrounds in the world. This Rare 100 Share stock dated May 18,1888 D.M. Hakness. Both signatures are very lightly cut cancelled and are Superb. The condition and eye appeal is outstanding. The signature of Rockefeller is especially large and bold. Nice portraits of Rockefeller and Flagler are included. A truly exceptional example for many reasons!!! Excellent Condition. So Very Rare with all these qualities!!!