Edward Henry Harriman (1848-1909) was self-confident, ruthless and spared neither friend nor foe. He was a rich and powerful man and is considered one of the great railway builders of all time.

At the time of his death, Harriman controlled the Union Pacific, the Southern Pacific, the Saint Joseph and Grand Island, the Illinois Central, the Central of Georgia, the Pacific Mail Steamship Company, and the Wells Fargo Express Company. Estimates of his estate ranged from $200 million to $600 million.

This Fernandina & Jacksonville Railroad 1880 bond has great qualities. A rare state, this Florida bond is fully issued, uncancelled, and has all 60 coupons. It is signed and sealed three times by officers of 2 railroads and a steamboat company. Harriman signs at back with other trustees. This awe-striking $1,000 bond is in rare format and large size. It is beautifully engraved by the American Bank Note Company and in Superb condition.