^#259 ^Lot 272 Cyrus McCormick

Inventor and businessman (1809–1884) whose reaper revolutionized American agriculture. Bank check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by McCormick, “C. H. McCormick, Chairman,” payable to Chicago Union for $250.00, October 9, 1872. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In very good condition, with several vertical folds, cancellation cut to center, and scattered light toning and soiling.