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Presented toThomas Smithby his friendsthe Directors of theBank North America1869
The Bank of North America was the nation's first central bank, chartered by Congress under the Articles of Confederation in 1781, and became the nation's first IPO (initial public offering).(1)
Thomas Smith (1818-1883) became President of the Bank North America, located in Philadelphia, on August 9, 1860 and served as President 'longer than any one who has ever held the office'.(2) In 1870 Smith was elected as Director.(3)
This rare ladle is stamped on the edge of the boat with George Sharp's trademark and 'STERLING. It measures 14.25 inches long by just under 5 inches wide, weighs 9.40 troy ounces and is in excellent antique condition. Accompanying the ladle is a fitted wooden stand.
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