This is a beautiful, authentic reproduction of a rare 19th-century stock certificate for the Minnesota Mining Company—the original precursor to the modern-day 3M Company.

Key Features:

Authentic Reproduction: This is a COPY printed in 1978 by the prestigious American Bank Note Company using the original 19th-century engraving plates (dies).

Historic Scripophily: Valued by collectors (scripophilists) for its intricate intaglio engraving, historical connection, and association with the American Bank Note Company.

Stunning Vignettes: Features detailed vignettes of copper miners in the mine and a portrait of the company's early mining operations.

Great Display Piece: An excellent piece of industrial history, perfect for framing, decorating an office, or as a unique gift for a collector, investor, or 3M employee/retiree.

Details: The certificate states "Incorporated by the General Mining Law of the State of Michigan" and has a $1,000,000 Capital stock value. The back is a certification from Robert P. Charles, Sr. VP of American Bank Note Company, dated 1978.

Please Note: This is a certified 1978 COPY and is sold strictly as a collectible historical document. It has no current financial or monetary value as a stock or security.