Jay Gould Document Signed

Financier (1836-1892) known for his stock market manipulation of railroad securities; he also tried to corner the gold market, causing the 'Black Friday' stock market crash of September 1869. Partly-printed DS, one page, 15 x 7.75, August 28, 1880. Stock certificate for 100 shares in the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway Company issued to R. J. Kimball & Co., signed at the conclusion in blue ink by Jay Gould as president. The receipt remains attached to the left side. Attractively matted and framed with a portrait and biographical plaque to an overall size of 31.5 x 25. In fine condition.