Original 1795 stock certificate issued by the Philadelphia & Lancaster Turnpike Road Company, one of the earliest major infrastructure corporations in the United States. Features an engraved vignette of a horse‑drawn carriage and ornate decorative border. Issued to Joseph Burd for one share, Signed by Treasurer Tench Francis Jr. and President William Bingham. Strong early American finance and transportation collectible. The document shows expected age toning, edge wear, and handling consistent with a 229‑year‑old certificate. No repairs noted. Excellent display piece with clear signatures and strong visual appeal.

Historical Signers

William Bingham (1752–1804)

Bingham was one of the wealthiest Americans of the early Republic — a powerful financier, land magnate, and U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania. He played a major role in funding the Revolutionary War, helped shape early American banking, and was a central figure in Philadelphia’s political and commercial elite. His signature is highly sought after on 18th‑century financial documents.

Tench Francis Jr. (1730–1800)

Francis was a prominent Philadelphia merchant, attorney, and public official. He served as the first cashier of the Bank of North America, the nation’s earliest chartered bank, and was deeply involved in early federal finance and commercial development. His name appears on many foundational economic documents of the 1780s–1790s.