Collectible Stocks and Bonds from North American Railroads
by Terry Cox

Rhode Island

One of original colonies
Became state: May 29, 1790

For such a tiny state, Rhode Island has seen over 50 railroad companies operate in the state. About half that number offer certificates of some sort to state specialists.

One of the few logotypical designs Central anchor and the word "Hope" above.

Number of Varieties of collectible certificates
(counting all companies that operated within the state)
Small number (10 to 100 varieties)
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