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Up for sale is our one-of-a-kind 1948 United Cigar-Whelan Stores Stock Certificate Issued to Francis Cardinal Spellman, Archbishop of New York. Signed on reverse. Great vintage condition!
Genuine cancelled stock certificate for 88 shares of United Cigar-Whelan Stores Corporation, issued April 28, 1948, and registered directly to Francis Cardinal Spellman, Archbishop of New York (1939–1967).Beautifully engraved blue certificate with ornate borders and classic allegorical vignette. Clearly shows “Francis Cardinal Spellman, Archbishop of New York.”Historic Provenance: Spellman was one of the most powerful and influential Catholic figures in 20th-century America — a close advisor to U.S. Presidents and a major force in both church and national affairs.Excellent condition for framing. A rare celebrity/religious piece in the scripophily market.Perfect for collectors of famous-name stock certificates, Catholic history, or mid-20th century American finance.