The Fine Art & Collectibles Sale
Lot 128:
Description
6 1/8 x 2 1/2 in (15.5 x 6.5 cm)
Provenance and Authentication:
This lot is accompanied by supporting documentation provided by the consignor. According to the accompanying materials, the signature was reviewed with reference to factors including ink characteristics, material aging, stylistic consistency, and historical context. These materials relate to the reported signature, provenance, and authentication history of the piece, and are presented as received for bidder review in accordance with the auction terms and conditions.
This signed 1995 U.S. One Dollar Silver Certificate features the autograph of Warren Buffett, one of the most renowned and influential investors in history. The certificate, issued as part of the United States’ currency series in 1995, bears a distinctive green seal and is known for its signature of the U.S. Treasury Secretary, Robert E. Rubin. Buffett’s signature, written in bold black ink across the face of the bill, adds a personal touch to this iconic piece of U.S. currency.
Warren Buffett, known as the "Oracle of Omaha, " has been an iconic figure in the investment world for decades. His influence on global financial markets is profound, and signed items like this one carry significant historical value. This silver certificate, with Buffett’s signature, offers a rare intersection between financial history and collectibles.
The U.S. One Dollar Silver Certificate is a unique form of currency that was backed by silver until the U.S. moved away from the silver standard. This signed note by Buffett offers a connection to both a pivotal moment in American monetary history and the legendary investor’s lasting legacy in the world of finance.
Condition: ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.
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