JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER (1839–1937)

This Standard Oil Company bond is an original financial document connected to one of the most influential corporations in American industrial history. Founded by John D. Rockefeller in 1870, Standard Oil transformed the petroleum industry and became a defining example of large-scale corporate growth and business organization.

Issued with a face value of $100,000, the bond reflects its role as a financial instrument intended for substantial investment and corporate financing activities. Securities of this scale were used to raise capital for industrial expansion and strategic corporate projects. The certificate retains the visual character of period financial documents, including engraved artwork, official signatures, and corporate security features.

The presentation is complemented by a portrait of John D. Rockefeller and his statement: “Don't be afraid of big expenses, be afraid of small incomes.” The quotation reflects Rockefeller’s philosophy of growth, opportunity, and long-term value creation, principles that helped shape one of the most influential business empires of the modern era.

Presented in an artist-designed Krilov Art format, the composition combines an original financial document with the legacy of one of history’s most influential entrepreneurs. It is a compelling object for collectors interested in finance, business history, and industrial heritage.