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The Philadelphia Traction Company began as a cable passenger operation in 1884. Along with several other lines, it consolidated to form Union Traction Company in 1895. In 1902, Union Traction was acquired by Philadelphia Rapid Transit Company, a predecessor of today's municipal transit system in Greater Philadelphia.

For auction is an unissued capital stock certificate in Philadelphia Traction, circa 1890s, It measures appx 11x7 inches and is printed on medium-weight paper. The stock is in excellent condition, with no rips, tears, writing, markings, or punch holes.