Description
Offered here is a rare original 1917 Liberty Loan certificate issued to Edward Nahon, printed on thick cardstock and measuring approximately 8×6 inches. Presented by the Officers and Directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and the Liberty Loan Committee of the Second Federal Reserve District, this historic piece formally recognizes Nahon’s contributions during the placement of the Second Liberty Loan of 1917, a pivotal campaign supporting America’s involvement in World War I.
The document is printed with the names of the Liberty Loan Committee members, including famed financier J.P. Morgan, whose influence in U.S. and Allied wartime financing was unmatched. It also features the printed facsimile signature of Benjamin Strong, the first Governor of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and one of the most important early architects of U.S. monetary policy. Dated City of New York, December 21, 1917, the certificate reflects the highest levels of financial leadership during a critical moment in American history.
With its direct connections to both J.P. Morgan and Benjamin Strong, this certificate is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors of Federal Reserve history, Liberty Loan memorabilia, World War I ephemera, and early 20th-century American finance. Condition is very good with minor edge wear consistent with age, making it a remarkable survivor and a significant piece of historic recognition.
